Cornelius, NC vs Shawnee, KS
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.
Cornelius
71.7
#962 nationally
Shawnee
71.3
#1002 nationally
Cornelius leads in crime level (2.8 vs 7.6). Shawnee leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 25.6 min). Shawnee leads in cost of living index (105 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cornelius, NC | Shawnee, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.7 (#962) | 71.3 (#1002) |
| Population | 33,139 | 69,417 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $528,679 | $431,429 |
| Median Household Income | $107,969 | $100,649 |
| Average Commute | 25.6 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 7.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+8.5 |
C-
71.7 Score
Cornelius, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$528,679
Population
33,139
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Southeast
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C-
71.3 Score
Shawnee, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$431,429
Population
69,417
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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