Arnold, MO vs Council Bluffs, IA
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.
Arnold
70.7
#1066 nationally
Council Bluffs
76.6
#329 nationally
Council Bluffs leads in walk score (37 vs 21). Council Bluffs leads in average commute (18.9 min vs 29 min). Arnold leads in median household income ($72,317 vs $61,181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arnold, MO | Council Bluffs, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.7 (#1066) | 76.6 (#329) |
| Population | 21,059 | 62,399 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $277,441 | $231,631 |
| Median Household Income | $72,317 | $61,181 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 18.9 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 11.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 90 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.7 | R+20.0 |
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70.7 Score
Arnold, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$277,441
Population
21,059
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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76.6 Score
Council Bluffs, IA
Iowa community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$231,631
Population
62,399
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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