New Iberia, LA vs Springfield, MO
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.
New Iberia
76.2
#374 nationally
Springfield
70.1
#1138 nationally
New Iberia leads in crime level (27.7 vs 32.3). Springfield leads in average commute (18.1 min vs 21 min). New Iberia leads in walk score (43 vs 39).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | New Iberia, LA | Springfield, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#374) | 70.1 (#1138) |
| Population | 27,080 | 170,188 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $151,501 | $246,969 |
| Median Household Income | $47,108 | $43,450 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 18.1 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 27.7 | 32.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 88 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+34.1 | R+20.8 |
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76.2 Score
New Iberia, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$151,501
Population
27,080
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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70.1 Score
Springfield, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$246,969
Population
170,188
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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