Lomita, CA vs Merced, 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.
Lomita
65.1
#1650 nationally
Merced
64.3
#1702 nationally
Lomita leads in crime level (9.7 vs 21.5). Lomita leads in walk score (74 vs 42). Lomita leads in median household income ($87,717 vs $59,233).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lomita, CA | Merced, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.1 (#1650) | 64.3 (#1702) |
| Population | 19,782 | 93,692 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $913,537 | $397,570 |
| Median Household Income | $87,717 | $59,233 |
| Average Commute | 27.9 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 74 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 9.7 | 21.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 171 | 121 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+4.4 |
D
65.1 Score
Lomita, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$913,537
Population
19,782
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
74
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D
64.3 Score
Merced, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$397,570
Population
93,692
Crime
High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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