Memphis, TN vs Springfield, 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.
Memphis
76
#398 nationally
Springfield
74
#653 nationally
Springfield leads in crime level (37.6 vs 68.5). Springfield leads in walk score (42 vs 35). Springfield leads in cost of living index (84 vs 91).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Memphis, TN | Springfield, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76 (#398) | 74 (#653) |
| Population | 618,639 | 58,082 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $144,877 | $190,008 |
| Median Household Income | $48,090 | $45,113 |
| Average Commute | 21.6 min | 20.1 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 68.5 | 37.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 84 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+25.4 | R+29.5 |
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76 Score
Memphis, TN
Major Tennessee city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$144,877
Population
618,639
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
35
Southeast
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74 Score
Springfield, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$190,008
Population
58,082
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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