Norwood, OH vs Palm Desert, 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.
Norwood
78.5
#176 nationally
Palm Desert
66
#1595 nationally
Norwood leads in walk score (67 vs 28). Norwood leads in cost of living index (91 vs 136). Norwood leads in crime level (6.6 vs 8.9).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Norwood, OH | Palm Desert, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.5 (#176) | 66 (#1595) |
| Population | 19,046 | 51,951 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $249,545 | $544,379 |
| Median Household Income | $58,095 | $75,691 |
| Average Commute | 21.7 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 8.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 136 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | R+1.3 |
C+
78.5 Score
Norwood, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$249,545
Population
19,046
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
67
Midwest
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66 Score
Palm Desert, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$544,379
Population
51,951
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
28
Pacific
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