Massillon, OH vs Merced, 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.
Massillon
77.5
#242 nationally
Merced
64.3
#1702 nationally
Massillon leads in crime level (8.7 vs 21.5). Massillon leads in cost of living index (87 vs 121). Massillon leads in average commute (21.8 min vs 27 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Massillon, OH | Merced, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.5 (#242) | 64.3 (#1702) |
| Population | 32,439 | 93,692 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $222,038 | $397,570 |
| Median Household Income | $53,699 | $59,233 |
| Average Commute | 21.8 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 21.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 121 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.9 | R+4.4 |
C+
77.5 Score
Massillon, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$222,038
Population
32,439
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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64.3 Score
Merced, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$397,570
Population
93,692
Crime
High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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