Millbrae, CA vs Muncie, IN
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.
Millbrae
62.1
#1874 nationally
Muncie
76
#399 nationally
Millbrae leads in median household income ($146,649 vs $40,309). Muncie leads in cost of living index (81 vs 287). Millbrae leads in crime level (5.6 vs 16.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Millbrae, CA | Muncie, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1874) | 76 (#399) |
| Population | 22,087 | 65,081 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $2,055,633 | $157,737 |
| Median Household Income | $146,649 | $40,309 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 17.7 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 16.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 287 | 81 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+50.3 | R+15.8 |
D-
62.1 Score
Millbrae, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$2,055,633
Population
22,087
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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C
76 Score
Muncie, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$157,737
Population
65,081
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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