Central, LA 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.
Independence
77
#288 nationally
Independence leads in crime level (0.7 vs 7.1). Independence leads in walk score (11 vs 7). Independence leads in average commute (27.4 min vs 30.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central, LA | Independence, KY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,781 | 29,503 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $331,613 |
| Median Household Income | $82,714 | $92,355 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 7 | 11 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 0.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+11.1 | R+21.7 |
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Score
Central, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Population
29,781
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
7
Median Income
$82,714
Southeast
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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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