Alexandria, LA vs Maple Grove, 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.
Alexandria
76.3
#359 nationally
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Maple Grove leads in crime level (3.1 vs 74.3). Maple Grove leads in median household income ($127,001 vs $49,049). Alexandria leads in walk score (30 vs 13).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, LA | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.3 (#359) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 43,466 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,607 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $49,049 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 74.3 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.8 | D+42.6 |
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76.3 Score
Alexandria, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$146,607
Population
43,466
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
30
Southeast
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75.5 Score
Maple Grove, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$430,006
Population
71,288
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Midwest
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