Franklin, IN vs Gladstone, MO
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.
Franklin
77.5
#241 nationally
Gladstone
73.5
#721 nationally
Franklin leads in crime level (2.3 vs 10.3). Gladstone leads in walk score (33 vs 27). Gladstone leads in average commute (22.1 min vs 24.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, IN | Gladstone, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.5 (#241) | 73.5 (#721) |
| Population | 25,908 | 27,329 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $286,166 | $272,624 |
| Median Household Income | $72,344 | $68,633 |
| Average Commute | 24.2 min | 22.1 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 2.3 | 10.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+34.3 | R+5.7 |
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77.5 Score
Franklin, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$286,166
Population
25,908
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Midwest
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73.5 Score
Gladstone, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$272,624
Population
27,329
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
33
Midwest
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