Indianapolis, IN vs Pasadena, CA
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
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
Pasadena leads in walk score (69 vs 31). Indianapolis leads in cost of living index (89 vs 197). Pasadena leads in median household income ($97,818 vs $54,321).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Indianapolis, IN | Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.5 (#722) | 61.6 (#1898) |
| Population | 887,642 | 133,560 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $232,142 | $1,206,740 |
| Median Household Income | $54,321 | $97,818 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 69 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 13.2 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+27.7 | D+32.9 |
C
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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D-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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