Lancaster, PA vs Montclair, 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.
Lancaster
63.7
#413 nationally
Montclair
60.8
#1923 nationally
Lancaster leads in crime level (9.5 vs 17.6). Lancaster leads in cost of living index (93 vs 139). Lancaster leads in walk score (81 vs 57).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lancaster, PA | Montclair, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.7 (#413) | 60.8 (#1923) |
| Population | 57,153 | 37,545 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $661,144 |
| Median Household Income | $61,014 | $72,789 |
| Average Commute | 23 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 81 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 9.5 | 17.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 139 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+15.9 | R+2.1 |
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Score
Lancaster, PA
Pennsylvania community balancing growth and livability
Population
57,153
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
81
Median Income
$61,014
Northeast
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D-
60.8 Score
Montclair, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$661,144
Population
37,545
Crime
High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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