Herndon, VA vs Westfield, 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.
Herndon
68.4
#1320 nationally
Westfield
75.2
#496 nationally
Westfield leads in crime level (1.2 vs 6.6). Herndon leads in walk score (51 vs 15). Westfield leads in cost of living index (111 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Herndon, VA | Westfield, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.4 (#1320) | 75.2 (#496) |
| Population | 24,935 | 57,746 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $734,699 | $478,849 |
| Median Household Income | $133,403 | $117,519 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 23.8 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 1.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+35.0 | R+6.1 |
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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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75.2 Score
Westfield, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$478,849
Population
57,746
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
15
Midwest
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