Independence, MO vs Maumelle, AR
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.
Independence
73.6
#702 nationally
Maumelle
75.7
#428 nationally
Maumelle leads in crime level (4.9 vs 15.6). Independence leads in walk score (28 vs 16). Maumelle leads in median household income ($89,880 vs $57,415).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Maumelle, AR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 75.7 (#428) |
| Population | 120,922 | 19,452 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $310,365 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $89,880 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 16 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 4.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 100 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | D+22.1 |
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73.6 Score
Independence, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$214,173
Population
120,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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75.7 Score
Maumelle, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$310,365
Population
19,452
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
16
Southwest
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