Indianapolis, IN vs Rancho Cordova, CA
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.
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Rancho Cordova
65.2
#1647 nationally
Rancho Cordova leads in median household income ($85,099 vs $54,321). Indianapolis leads in cost of living index (89 vs 132). Rancho Cordova leads in walk score (43 vs 31).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Indianapolis, IN | Rancho Cordova, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.5 (#722) | 65.2 (#1647) |
| Population | 887,642 | 82,605 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $232,142 | $535,848 |
| Median Household Income | $54,321 | $85,099 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 43 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 11.7 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 132 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+27.7 | D+19.7 |
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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D
65.2 Score
Rancho Cordova, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$535,848
Population
82,605
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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