Auburn, AL vs Indianapolis, IN
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.
Auburn
71.7
#960 nationally
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Auburn leads in average commute (19 min vs 24.1 min). Indianapolis leads in cost of living index (89 vs 104). Indianapolis leads in walk score (31 vs 28).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Auburn, AL | Indianapolis, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.7 (#960) | 73.5 (#722) |
| Population | 82,025 | 887,642 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $423,354 | $232,142 |
| Median Household Income | $55,509 | $54,321 |
| Average Commute | 19 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.8 | D+27.7 |
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71.7 Score
Auburn, AL
Alabama community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$423,354
Population
82,025
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Southeast
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C
73.5 Score
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America
Median Home
$232,142
Population
887,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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