Mason City, IA vs Parma, 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.
Mason City
84.3
#7 nationally
Parma
82.7
#22 nationally
Parma leads in crime level (3.3 vs 6.1). Mason City leads in average commute (14.6 min vs 24.8 min). Parma leads in walk score (42 vs 37).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mason City, IA | Parma, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 84.3 (#7) | 82.7 (#22) |
| Population | 26,906 | 78,951 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $160,581 | $220,070 |
| Median Household Income | $60,786 | $65,848 |
| Average Commute | 14.6 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 6.1 | 3.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 88 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.7 | D+31.5 |
B
84.3 Score
Mason City, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$160,581
Population
26,906
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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B-
82.7 Score
Parma, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$220,070
Population
78,951
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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