Saint Louis

Missouri

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Omaha

Nebraska

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What Stands Out

A quick read on this comparison

Deterministic summaries based on the data in view.

Best for affordability: Saint Louis, Missouri

Saint Louis, Missouri looks like the easiest place here to live with less financial drag. It comes out ahead on rent and home price.

Biggest tradeoff: Saint Louis, Missouri

Saint Louis, Missouri is the sharpest split in this comparison: strong on affordability, weaker on sunshine.

Potential dealbreaker: Omaha, Nebraska

Omaha, Nebraska needs a closer look before you get too attached, especially on tax burden.

Comparison Matrix

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General Info
Population6,932486,051
Population DensityN/A3.4k /sq mi
Elevation0 ft(0 m)1,060 ft(323 m)
Housing & Wealth
Median Home
$177,484
$284,563
Median Rent
$1,298
$1,385
Median Income$47,662$70,202
Rent Burden33%24%
Climate & Risks
Sunny Days269 days/yr315 days/yr
Avg. High59°F63°F
Comfort Score45/100Mixed49/100Mixed
Temp Swing52°F54°F
Annual Rainfall32"(81 cm)28"(71 cm)
Annual Snowfall13"(33 cm)8"(20 cm)
Air Quality
AQI 38 (Avg)1 days > 100
AQI 40 (Avg)1 days > 100
Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Walk ScoreN/A45
Transit ScoreN/A51
Safety Score0 (Crime Index)62 / 100
School RatingN/A6.2/10
Flood Risk (FEMA)N/A
minimalMinimal Risk
Fire Risk (FEMA)N/A
minimalMinimal
Internet Access
Fiber: 63%Cable: 96%
Fiber: 57%Cable: 98%
Demographics
Median Age38.4 years35.1 years
College Educated9%39%
Remote Workers7%12%
Nature Access
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