Marietta, GA vs Romulus, MI
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.
Marietta
66.3
#1559 nationally
Romulus
74.2
#625 nationally
Marietta leads in crime level (8.2 vs 24.1). Marietta leads in walk score (36 vs 16). Romulus leads in cost of living index (89 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Marietta, GA | Romulus, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.3 (#1559) | 74.2 (#625) |
| Population | 62,769 | 24,702 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $477,989 | $206,880 |
| Median Household Income | $67,589 | $63,854 |
| Average Commute | 27.3 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 16 |
| Crime Level | 8.2 | 24.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+29.0 |
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66.3 Score
Marietta, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$477,989
Population
62,769
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
Southeast
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74.2 Score
Romulus, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$206,880
Population
24,702
Crime
High
Walk Score
16
Midwest
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