Gary, IN vs Stockton, 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
Stockton
62
#1882 nationally
Gary leads in crime level (13.5 vs 31.4). Stockton leads in median household income ($71,612 vs $36,874). Gary leads in cost of living index (81 vs 128).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gary, IN | Stockton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.2 (#190) | 62 (#1882) |
| Population | 67,652 | 319,543 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $88,085 | $429,229 |
| Median Household Income | $36,874 | $71,612 |
| Average Commute | 27.4 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 13.5 | 31.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 81 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | R+0.9 |
C+
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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D-
62 Score
Stockton, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$429,229
Population
319,543
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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