Arnold, MO vs Union City, CA
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
Union City
60
#1943 nationally
Union City leads in walk score (47 vs 21). Arnold leads in cost of living index (95 vs 201). Union City leads in median household income ($138,013 vs $72,317).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arnold, MO | Union City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.7 (#1066) | 60 (#1943) |
| Population | 21,059 | 65,414 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $277,441 | $1,223,080 |
| Median Household Income | $72,317 | $138,013 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 201 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.7 | D+53.6 |
C-
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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D-
60 Score
Union City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,223,080
Population
65,414
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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