St. Louis, MO vs West Chester, PA
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.
St. Louis
77
#293 nationally
West Chester
70.2
#1128 nationally
St. Louis leads in cost of living index (86 vs 128). West Chester leads in median household income ($71,875 vs $51,591). West Chester leads in walk score (74 vs 62).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | St. Louis, MO | West Chester, PA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77 (#293) | 70.2 (#1128) |
| Population | 293,310 | 19,658 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $188,569 | $669,054 |
| Median Household Income | $51,591 | $71,875 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 22.1 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 74 |
| Crime Level | High | 5.9 |
| School Rating | 4.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 86 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+64.7 | D+14.5 |
C+
77 Score
St. Louis, MO
Gateway to the West with urban charm
Median Home
$188,569
Population
293,310
Crime
High
Schools
C
Midwest
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C-
70.2 Score
West Chester, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Median Home
$669,054
Population
19,658
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
74
Northeast
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