Independence, MO vs Oxford, OH
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.
Independence
73.6
#702 nationally
Oxford
71.1
#1026 nationally
Oxford leads in crime level (7.8 vs 15.6). Oxford leads in walk score (44 vs 28). Oxford leads in average commute (16.1 min vs 23.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Oxford, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 71.1 (#1026) |
| Population | 120,922 | 22,340 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $347,860 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $43,132 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 16.1 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 7.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | R+26.3 |
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73.6 Score
Independence, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$214,173
Population
120,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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71.1 Score
Oxford, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$347,860
Population
22,340
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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