Cincinnati, OH vs Elk Grove, CA
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.
Cincinnati
72.8
#820 nationally
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Elk Grove leads in median household income ($115,864 vs $46,094). Cincinnati leads in cost of living index (88 vs 148). Cincinnati leads in walk score (50 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Elk Grove, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 66.7 (#1508) |
| Population | 311,097 | 178,444 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $634,683 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $115,864 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 33.1 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 32 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 5.2 |
| School Rating | 5.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+19.7 |
C-
72.8 Score
Cincinnati, OH
Queen City charm with renewed energy
Median Home
$251,326
Population
311,097
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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D
66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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