Indianapolis, IN vs Longview, TX
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.
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Longview
76.9
#298 nationally
Longview leads in average commute (20.4 min vs 24.1 min). Longview leads in median household income ($61,003 vs $54,321). Indianapolis leads in walk score (31 vs 28).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Indianapolis, IN | Longview, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.5 (#722) | 76.9 (#298) |
| Population | 887,642 | 83,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $232,142 | $234,128 |
| Median Household Income | $54,321 | $61,003 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 20.4 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 9.3 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+27.7 | R+42.3 |
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73.5 Score
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America
Median Home
$232,142
Population
887,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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76.9 Score
Longview, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$234,128
Population
83,236
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
28
Southwest
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