Hawthorne, CA vs Hesperia, 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.
Hawthorne
60.4
#1937 nationally
Hesperia
58.8
#1952 nationally
Hawthorne leads in walk score (72 vs 16). Hawthorne leads in average commute (29.2 min vs 42.4 min). Hesperia leads in crime level (14.2 vs 19.9).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hawthorne, CA | Hesperia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1937) | 58.8 (#1952) |
| Population | 83,364 | 100,633 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $881,878 | $466,275 |
| Median Household Income | $72,298 | $67,698 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 42.4 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 16 |
| Crime Level | 19.9 | 14.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 123 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+2.1 |
D-
60.4 Score
Hawthorne, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$881,878
Population
83,364
Crime
High
Walk Score
72
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F
58.8 Score
Hesperia, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$466,275
Population
100,633
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
16
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