Hampton, VA vs South Gate, 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
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
South Gate leads in walk score (70 vs 33). Hampton leads in crime level (6.8 vs 14.4). Hampton leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 32.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hampton, VA | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#659) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 137,098 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,594 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $64,430 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 144 |
| 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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62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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