Norwood, OH vs Palm Springs, 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 Springs
61.2
#1915 nationally
Norwood leads in crime level (6.6 vs 16.5). Norwood leads in walk score (67 vs 35). Norwood leads in cost of living index (91 vs 138).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Norwood, OH | Palm Springs, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.5 (#176) | 61.2 (#1915) |
| Population | 19,046 | 45,218 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $249,545 | $617,269 |
| Median Household Income | $58,095 | $67,451 |
| Average Commute | 21.7 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 16.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 138 |
| 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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D-
61.2 Score
Palm Springs, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$617,269
Population
45,218
Crime
High
Walk Score
35
Pacific
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