Adrian, MI vs Apple Valley, MN
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.
Adrian
75
#506 nationally
Apple Valley
72.8
#818 nationally
Apple Valley leads in crime level (5.9 vs 15.7). Apple Valley leads in median household income ($97,588 vs $40,797). Adrian leads in walk score (47 vs 21).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Adrian, MI | Apple Valley, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#506) | 72.8 (#818) |
| Population | 20,238 | 55,336 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $193,552 | $381,926 |
| Median Household Income | $40,797 | $97,588 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 26.1 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 5.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+23.0 | D+12.9 |
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75 Score
Adrian, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,552
Population
20,238
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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72.8 Score
Apple Valley, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$381,926
Population
55,336
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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