Cincinnati, OH vs Springfield, MA
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
Springfield
69.4
#1222 nationally
Cincinnati leads in cost of living index (88 vs 110). Springfield leads in walk score (58 vs 50). Springfield leads in average commute (21 min vs 23.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Springfield, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 69.4 (#1222) |
| Population | 311,097 | 153,672 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $307,092 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $47,677 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 21 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 58 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 24.4 |
| School Rating | 5.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+8.9 |
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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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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