Buckeye, AZ vs Independence, KY
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.
Buckeye
69.6
#1182 nationally
Independence
77
#288 nationally
Independence leads in crime level (0.7 vs 4.6). Buckeye leads in walk score (14 vs 11). Independence leads in average commute (27.4 min vs 32.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Buckeye, AZ | Independence, KY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.6 (#1182) | 77 (#288) |
| Population | 108,909 | 29,503 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $394,709 | $331,613 |
| Median Household Income | $94,188 | $92,355 |
| Average Commute | 32.5 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 14 | 11 |
| Crime Level | 4.6 | 0.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 113 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | R+21.7 |
D+
69.6 Score
Buckeye, AZ
Mid-size Arizona city with community character
Median Home
$394,709
Population
108,909
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
14
Southwest
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C+
77 Score
Independence, KY
Small Kentucky city with local appeal
Median Home
$331,613
Population
29,503
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
11
Southeast
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