Springfield, MA 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.
Springfield
69.4
#1222 nationally
Springfield
70.1
#1138 nationally
Springfield leads in walk score (58 vs 39). Springfield leads in crime level (24.4 vs 32.3). Springfield leads in cost of living index (88 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Springfield, MA | Springfield, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.4 (#1222) | 70.1 (#1138) |
| Population | 153,672 | 170,188 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $307,092 | $246,969 |
| Median Household Income | $47,677 | $43,450 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 18.1 min |
| Walk Score | 58 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 24.4 | 32.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 110 | 88 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.9 | R+20.8 |
D+
69.4 Score
Springfield, MA
Mid-size Massachusetts city with community character
Median Home
$307,092
Population
153,672
Crime
High
Walk Score
58
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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