Portland, ME 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.
Portland
72.9
#814 nationally
Springfield
70.1
#1138 nationally
Portland leads in walk score (65 vs 39). Portland leads in median household income ($71,853 vs $43,450). Springfield leads in cost of living index (88 vs 118).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Portland, ME | Springfield, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.9 (#814) | 70.1 (#1138) |
| Population | 68,408 | 170,188 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $566,902 | $246,969 |
| Median Household Income | $71,853 | $43,450 |
| Average Commute | 21.2 min | 18.1 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 39 |
| Crime Level | Low | 32.3 |
| School Rating | 7.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 88 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+36.3 | R+20.8 |
C-
72.9 Score
Portland, ME
Foodie paradise on the coast
Median Home
$566,902
Population
68,408
Crime
Low
Schools
B+
Northeast
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C-
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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