Findlay, OH vs Muncie, IN
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.
Findlay
77.1
#277 nationally
Muncie
76
#399 nationally
Findlay leads in crime level (8.6 vs 16.5). Findlay leads in median household income ($54,986 vs $40,309). Muncie leads in cost of living index (81 vs 91).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Findlay, OH | Muncie, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#277) | 76 (#399) |
| Population | 40,139 | 65,081 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $247,866 | $157,737 |
| Median Household Income | $54,986 | $40,309 |
| Average Commute | 16.3 min | 17.7 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | 16.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 81 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+38.5 | R+15.8 |
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77.1 Score
Findlay, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$247,866
Population
40,139
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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76 Score
Muncie, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$157,737
Population
65,081
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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