Indianapolis, IN vs Shreveport, LA
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
Shreveport
75.6
#442 nationally
Shreveport leads in average commute (19.2 min vs 24.1 min). Indianapolis leads in median household income ($54,321 vs $45,967). Indianapolis leads in cost of living index (89 vs 95).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Indianapolis, IN | Shreveport, LA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.5 (#722) | 75.6 (#442) |
| Population | 887,642 | 177,959 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $232,142 | $146,721 |
| Median Household Income | $54,321 | $45,967 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 19.2 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 31 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 33.7 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+27.7 | D+4.6 |
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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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75.6 Score
Shreveport, LA
Mid-size Louisiana city with community character
Median Home
$146,721
Population
177,959
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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