Muncie, IN vs Seal Beach, 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.
Muncie
76
#399 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Seal Beach leads in median household income ($75,507 vs $40,309). Muncie leads in cost of living index (81 vs 149). Muncie leads in average commute (17.7 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Muncie, IN | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76 (#399) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 65,081 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $157,737 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $40,309 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 17.7 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 16.5 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 81 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+15.8 | D+2.6 |
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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F
59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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