Massillon, OH vs Pontiac, 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.
Massillon
77.5
#242 nationally
Pontiac
75
#522 nationally
Massillon leads in crime level (8.7 vs 27.0). Massillon leads in median household income ($53,699 vs $40,307). Pontiac leads in cost of living index (84 vs 87).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Massillon, OH | Pontiac, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.5 (#242) | 75 (#522) |
| Population | 32,439 | 61,689 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $222,038 | $140,484 |
| Median Household Income | $53,699 | $40,307 |
| Average Commute | 21.8 min | 21.7 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 27.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 84 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.9 | D+10.6 |
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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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75 Score
Pontiac, MI
Michigan community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$140,484
Population
61,689
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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