Baldwin, PA vs Muncie, 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.
Muncie
76
#399 nationally
Baldwin leads in crime level (6.7 vs 16.5). Baldwin leads in median household income ($75,139 vs $40,309). Muncie leads in average commute (17.7 min vs 27 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baldwin, PA | Muncie, IN |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,708 | 65,081 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $157,737 |
| Median Household Income | $75,139 | $40,309 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 17.7 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 6.7 | 16.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 81 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+15.8 |
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Score
Baldwin, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Population
20,708
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Median Income
$75,139
Northeast
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C
76 Score
Muncie, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$157,737
Population
65,081
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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