Hampton, VA 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.
Hampton
73.9
#659 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Hampton leads in crime level (6.8 vs 13.2). Hampton leads in cost of living index (105 vs 149). Hampton leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hampton, VA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#659) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 137,098 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,594 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $64,430 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.9 | D+2.6 |
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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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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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