Dixon, CA vs Indianapolis, IN
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.
Dixon
66.7
#1507 nationally
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Dixon leads in median household income ($92,138 vs $54,321). Indianapolis leads in cost of living index (89 vs 144). Dixon leads in walk score (48 vs 31).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dixon, CA | Indianapolis, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1507) | 73.5 (#722) |
| Population | 19,309 | 887,642 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $608,772 | $232,142 |
| Median Household Income | $92,138 | $54,321 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 144 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.0 | D+27.7 |
D
66.7 Score
Dixon, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$608,772
Population
19,309
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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C
73.5 Score
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America
Median Home
$232,142
Population
887,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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