Independence, MO vs Smyrna, GA
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
Smyrna
68.7
#1301 nationally
Smyrna leads in crime level (6.2 vs 15.6). Smyrna leads in median household income ($92,258 vs $57,415). Independence leads in cost of living index (90 vs 118).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Smyrna, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 68.7 (#1301) |
| Population | 120,922 | 56,566 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $448,607 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $92,258 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 28.5 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 6.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | D+14.9 |
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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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D+
68.7 Score
Smyrna, GA
Georgia community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$448,607
Population
56,566
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
34
Southeast
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