Mesquite, NV vs South Gate, 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.
Mesquite
71.9
#951 nationally
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
Mesquite leads in crime level (3.4 vs 14.4). Mesquite leads in average commute (18.6 min vs 32.3 min). Mesquite leads in cost of living index (109 vs 144).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mesquite, NV | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.9 (#951) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 22,786 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $375,930 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $69,146 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 18.6 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | 70 |
| Crime Level | 3.4 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 109 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | D+32.9 |
Data coverage note: Mesquite is missing data for 1 metric that South Gate has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
C-
71.9 Score
Mesquite, NV
Small Nevada city with local appeal
Median Home
$375,930
Population
22,786
Crime
Low
Median Income
$69,146
West
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D-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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