Pomona, CA vs Westminster, MD
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.
Pomona
59.7
#1945 nationally
Westminster
66.3
#1565 nationally
Westminster leads in crime level (6.6 vs 19.6). Pomona leads in walk score (52 vs 38). Westminster leads in cost of living index (115 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pomona, CA | Westminster, MD |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.7 (#1945) | 66.3 (#1565) |
| Population | 145,502 | 20,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $690,689 | $470,642 |
| Median Household Income | $73,515 | $71,286 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 29.7 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 19.6 | 6.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+25.0 |
F
59.7 Score
Pomona, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$690,689
Population
145,502
Crime
High
Walk Score
52
Pacific
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D
66.3 Score
Westminster, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$470,642
Population
20,536
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Northeast
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