Lancaster, PA 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.
Lancaster
63.7
#413 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Lancaster leads in walk score (81 vs 41). Lancaster leads in cost of living index (93 vs 149). Lancaster leads in crime level (9.5 vs 13.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lancaster, PA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.7 (#413) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 57,153 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $61,014 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 23 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 81 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 9.5 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+15.9 | D+2.6 |
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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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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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