Lynchburg, VA vs Rosemead, 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.
Lynchburg
74.8
#548 nationally
Rosemead
63.2
#1793 nationally
Rosemead leads in walk score (65 vs 29). Lynchburg leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 28.8 min). Lynchburg leads in cost of living index (100 vs 163).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynchburg, VA | Rosemead, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.8 (#548) | 63.2 (#1793) |
| Population | 79,535 | 49,305 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $267,078 | $909,395 |
| Median Household Income | $56,243 | $70,073 |
| Average Commute | 16.9 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 9.8 | 9.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 163 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+7.9 | D+32.9 |
C
74.8 Score
Lynchburg, VA
Virginia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$267,078
Population
79,535
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Northeast
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D
63.2 Score
Rosemead, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$909,395
Population
49,305
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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