Herndon, VA vs Hilliard, OH
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.
Herndon
68.4
#1320 nationally
Hilliard
77
#287 nationally
Herndon leads in walk score (51 vs 23). Hilliard leads in crime level (3.3 vs 6.6). Hilliard leads in cost of living index (110 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Herndon, VA | Hilliard, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.4 (#1320) | 77 (#287) |
| Population | 24,935 | 37,262 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $734,699 | $388,604 |
| Median Household Income | $133,403 | $116,287 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 24.3 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 3.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+35.0 | D+28.4 |
D+
68.4 Score
Herndon, VA
Small Virginia city with local appeal
Median Home
$734,699
Population
24,935
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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C+
77 Score
Hilliard, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$388,604
Population
37,262
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Midwest
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