Pomona, CA vs Worcester, MA
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
Worcester
66.6
#1530 nationally
Pomona leads in median household income ($73,515 vs $52,891). Worcester leads in cost of living index (108 vs 145). Worcester leads in average commute (26.4 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pomona, CA | Worcester, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 59.7 (#1945) | 66.6 (#1530) |
| Population | 145,502 | 206,518 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $690,689 | $441,802 |
| Median Household Income | $73,515 | $52,891 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 26.4 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 19.6 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+10.0 |
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
66.6 Score
Worcester, MA
Heart of the Commonwealth
Median Home
$441,802
Population
206,518
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Northeast
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