Independence, MO vs Punta Gorda, FL
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
Punta Gorda
74
#651 nationally
Punta Gorda leads in crime level (3.1 vs 15.6). Independence leads in walk score (28 vs 14). Independence leads in cost of living index (90 vs 124).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Punta Gorda, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 74 (#651) |
| Population | 120,922 | 20,227 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $335,133 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $75,898 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 14 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | R+34.0 |
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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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74 Score
Punta Gorda, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$335,133
Population
20,227
Crime
Low
Walk Score
14
Southeast
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