Franklin, TN vs Monrovia, 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
66.7
#1510 nationally
Monrovia
63.1
#1798 nationally
Monrovia leads in walk score (62 vs 23). Franklin leads in crime level (3.6 vs 8.7). Franklin leads in cost of living index (132 vs 176).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, TN | Monrovia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1510) | 63.1 (#1798) |
| Population | 88,558 | 36,768 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $917,023 | $993,177 |
| Median Household Income | $106,592 | $93,827 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 30.7 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 3.6 | 8.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 176 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+32.4 | D+32.9 |
D
66.7 Score
Franklin, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$917,023
Population
88,558
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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D
63.1 Score
Monrovia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$993,177
Population
36,768
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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