Olathe, KS vs Schererville, IN
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Olathe
73.9
#662 nationally
Schererville
72.3
#912 nationally
Schererville leads in crime level (3.4 vs 5.4). Olathe leads in average commute (21.5 min vs 31.2 min). Olathe leads in median household income ($108,077 vs $79,662).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Olathe, KS | Schererville, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#662) | 72.3 (#912) |
| Population | 147,461 | 29,657 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $440,222 | $362,501 |
| Median Household Income | $108,077 | $79,662 |
| Average Commute | 21.5 min | 31.2 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 5.4 | 3.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.5 | D+5.6 |
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73.9 Score
Olathe, KS
Mid-size Kansas city with community character
Median Home
$440,222
Population
147,461
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
30
Midwest
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72.3 Score
Schererville, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$362,501
Population
29,657
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Midwest
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