Lawrence, IN vs San Jacinto, 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.
Lawrence
74
#647 nationally
San Jacinto
61.6
#1901 nationally
Lawrence leads in average commute (25.1 min vs 42.5 min). Lawrence leads in cost of living index (96 vs 122). San Jacinto leads in crime level (7.0 vs 8.0).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lawrence, IN | San Jacinto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74 (#647) | 61.6 (#1901) |
| Population | 49,235 | 55,440 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $271,470 | $486,127 |
| Median Household Income | $70,762 | $73,682 |
| Average Commute | 25.1 min | 42.5 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+51.0 | R+1.3 |
C
74 Score
Lawrence, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$271,470
Population
49,235
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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D-
61.6 Score
San Jacinto, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$486,127
Population
55,440
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Pacific
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