Adrian, MI vs Hamilton, OH
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.
Adrian
75
#506 nationally
Hamilton
71.3
#994 nationally
Hamilton leads in crime level (8.6 vs 15.7). Adrian leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 25.3 min). Hamilton leads in median household income ($52,995 vs $40,797).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Adrian, MI | Hamilton, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#506) | 71.3 (#994) |
| Population | 20,238 | 62,997 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $193,552 | $308,935 |
| Median Household Income | $40,797 | $52,995 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 25.3 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 8.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 88 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+23.0 | R+26.3 |
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75 Score
Adrian, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,552
Population
20,238
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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71.3 Score
Hamilton, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$308,935
Population
62,997
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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