Franklin, IN vs Mountain View, 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.
Franklin
77.5
#241 nationally
Mountain View
63.3
#1779 nationally
Franklin leads in crime level (2.3 vs 8.4). Franklin leads in cost of living index (94 vs 285). Mountain View leads in walk score (66 vs 27).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, IN | Mountain View, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.5 (#241) | 63.3 (#1779) |
| Population | 25,908 | 81,785 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $286,166 | $1,962,774 |
| Median Household Income | $72,344 | $174,156 |
| Average Commute | 24.2 min | 24.2 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 66 |
| Crime Level | 2.3 | 8.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 285 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+34.3 | D+40.0 |
C+
77.5 Score
Franklin, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$286,166
Population
25,908
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Midwest
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D
63.3 Score
Mountain View, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,962,774
Population
81,785
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
66
Pacific
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