Hampton, VA vs Lynwood, 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.
Hampton
73.9
#659 nationally
Lynwood
61.4
#1908 nationally
Hampton leads in crime level (6.8 vs 24.9). Lynwood leads in walk score (70 vs 33). Hampton leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 30.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hampton, VA | Lynwood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#659) | 61.4 (#1908) |
| Population | 137,098 | 63,234 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,594 | $694,362 |
| Median Household Income | $64,430 | $67,350 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 24.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 142 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.9 | D+32.9 |
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73.9 Score
Hampton, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$282,594
Population
137,098
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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D-
61.4 Score
Lynwood, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$694,362
Population
63,234
Crime
High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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