Brownsburg, IN vs Johnston, IA
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.
Brownsburg
76.7
#322 nationally
Johnston
76
#397 nationally
Johnston leads in average commute (18.3 min vs 23.4 min). Brownsburg leads in crime level (1.7 vs 2.1). Brownsburg leads in cost of living index (103 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brownsburg, IN | Johnston, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.7 (#322) | 76 (#397) |
| Population | 32,250 | 24,640 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $362,536 | $402,429 |
| Median Household Income | $101,883 | $98,324 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 18.3 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 1.7 | 2.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.5 | D+10.9 |
C
76.7 Score
Brownsburg, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$362,536
Population
32,250
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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C
76 Score
Johnston, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$402,429
Population
24,640
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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