Mesa, AZ vs Torrance, 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.
Mesa
67
#1475 nationally
Torrance
64.2
#1714 nationally
Torrance leads in walk score (67 vs 38). Mesa leads in cost of living index (112 vs 195). Torrance leads in crime level (8.5 vs 13.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mesa, AZ | Torrance, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1475) | 64.2 (#1714) |
| Population | 511,648 | 139,224 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $433,754 | $1,117,906 |
| Median Household Income | $73,766 | $109,554 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 27.8 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 13.2 | 8.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 195 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+32.9 |
D+
67 Score
Mesa, AZ
Major Arizona city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$433,754
Population
511,648
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
38
Southwest
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D
64.2 Score
Torrance, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,117,906
Population
139,224
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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