Ballwin, MO vs Mason, OH
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.
Ballwin
75.7
#423 nationally
Mason
74
#648 nationally
Mason leads in crime level (1.0 vs 1.5). Ballwin leads in walk score (20 vs 18). Ballwin leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 26.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ballwin, MO | Mason, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.7 (#423) | 74 (#648) |
| Population | 30,410 | 35,660 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $417,520 | $513,673 |
| Median Household Income | $118,647 | $121,082 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 18 |
| Crime Level | 1.5 | 1.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.4 | R+31.5 |
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75.7 Score
Ballwin, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$417,520
Population
30,410
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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74 Score
Mason, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$513,673
Population
35,660
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
18
Midwest
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