Cincinnati, OH vs Philadelphia, PA
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.
Cincinnati
72.8
#820 nationally
Philadelphia
72.6
#863 nationally
Philadelphia leads in walk score (74 vs 50). Cincinnati leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 32.8 min). Cincinnati leads in school rating (5.6 vs 4.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Philadelphia, PA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 72.6 (#863) |
| Population | 311,097 | 1,573,916 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $234,630 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $52,649 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 74 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | High |
| School Rating | 5.6 | 4.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+58.8 |
C-
72.8 Score
Cincinnati, OH
Queen City charm with renewed energy
Median Home
$251,326
Population
311,097
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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C-
72.6 Score
Philadelphia, PA
City of Brotherly Love with gritty charm
Median Home
$234,630
Population
1,573,916
Crime
High
Schools
C
Northeast
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