Gautier, MS vs Westminster, 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.
Gautier
77
#286 nationally
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (65 vs 8). Gautier leads in cost of living index (92 vs 171). Gautier leads in crime level (6.8 vs 12.0).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gautier, MS | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77 (#286) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 19,021 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,481 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $57,757 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 8 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+39.9 | D+2.6 |
C+
77 Score
Gautier, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$189,481
Population
19,021
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
8
Southeast
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D-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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