Lorain, OH vs St. Louis, 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.
Lorain
75.5
#448 nationally
St. Louis
77
#293 nationally
St. Louis leads in walk score (62 vs 38). St. Louis leads in median household income ($51,591 vs $46,562). Lorain leads in cost of living index (84 vs 86).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lorain, OH | St. Louis, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#448) | 77 (#293) |
| Population | 65,337 | 293,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $157,363 | $188,569 |
| Median Household Income | $46,562 | $51,591 |
| Average Commute | 24.9 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 15.9 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 86 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.7 | D+64.7 |
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75.5 Score
Lorain, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$157,363
Population
65,337
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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77 Score
St. Louis, MO
Gateway to the West with urban charm
Median Home
$188,569
Population
293,310
Crime
High
Schools
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Midwest
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