Munster, IN vs San Dimas, 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.
Munster
78.5
#175 nationally
San Dimas
61.6
#1900 nationally
Munster leads in crime level (1.4 vs 7.7). Munster leads in cost of living index (103 vs 166). Munster leads in average commute (29 min vs 31.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Munster, IN | San Dimas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.5 (#175) | 61.6 (#1900) |
| Population | 23,614 | 33,105 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $358,851 | $922,772 |
| Median Household Income | $101,851 | $102,241 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 31.9 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 1.4 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+32.9 |
C+
78.5 Score
Munster, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$358,851
Population
23,614
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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D-
61.6 Score
San Dimas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$922,772
Population
33,105
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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