Columbus, NE vs Lee's Summit, MO
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.
Columbus
81.8
#35 nationally
Lee's Summit
72.8
#828 nationally
Columbus leads in average commute (12.4 min vs 26.1 min). Columbus leads in walk score (42 vs 20). Columbus leads in crime level (2.3 vs 4.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, NE | Lee's Summit, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.8 (#35) | 72.8 (#828) |
| Population | 24,464 | 104,184 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $273,170 | $399,113 |
| Median Household Income | $65,341 | $103,447 |
| Average Commute | 12.4 min | 26.1 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 2.3 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+58.3 | D+19.3 |
B-
81.8 Score
Columbus, NE
Small Nebraska city with local appeal
Median Home
$273,170
Population
24,464
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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C-
72.8 Score
Lee's Summit, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$399,113
Population
104,184
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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