Gary, IN vs Seal Beach, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Gary
78.2
#190 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Seal Beach leads in median household income ($75,507 vs $36,874). Gary leads in cost of living index (81 vs 149). Seal Beach leads in walk score (41 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gary, IN | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.2 (#190) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 67,652 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $88,085 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $36,874 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 27.4 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 13.5 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 81 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+2.6 |
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78.2 Score
Gary, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$88,085
Population
67,652
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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