Jeffersonville, IN vs Lafayette, IN

Jeffersonville, IN vs Lafayette, IN: What the data shows

Jeffersonville, IN is in Jeffersonville, IN while Lafayette, IN is in Lafayette, IN — both in the same state. On home prices, Jeffersonville, IN is the more affordable option at $184,100 median — $72,000 less than Lafayette, IN's $256,100. WYLT rates Jeffersonville, IN as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Lafayette, IN as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Jeffersonville, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Lafayette, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Jeffersonville, IN has Low flood risk and Lafayette, IN has Low flood risk.

Lafayette, IN is the more walkable neighborhood. Jeffersonville, IN scores 2/100 (car-dependent) versus Lafayette, IN's 29/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Lafayette, IN has the higher school rating — Jeffersonville, IN rates 6.5/10 and Lafayette, IN rates 6.8/10.