Florissant, MO vs Modesto, 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.
Florissant
80.2
#87 nationally
Modesto
64.2
#1712 nationally
Florissant leads in crime level (9.3 vs 18.0). Florissant leads in cost of living index (89 vs 130). Modesto leads in walk score (48 vs 39).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Florissant, MO | Modesto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 80.2 (#87) | 64.2 (#1712) |
| Population | 51,128 | 218,915 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $196,718 | $447,153 |
| Median Household Income | $64,178 | $73,375 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 9.3 | 18.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.4 | R+11.0 |
B-
80.2 Score
Florissant, MO
Missouri community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$196,718
Population
51,128
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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D
64.2 Score
Modesto, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$447,153
Population
218,915
Crime
High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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