Alexandria, LA vs Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka
72.3
#909 nationally
Minnetonka leads in crime level (3.2 vs 74.3). Minnetonka leads in median household income ($114,867 vs $49,049). Alexandria leads in cost of living index (93 vs 126).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, LA | Minnetonka, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.3 (#359) | 72.3 (#909) |
| Population | 43,466 | 52,463 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,607 | $493,096 |
| Median Household Income | $49,049 | $114,867 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 20.1 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 74.3 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.8 | D+42.6 |
Data coverage note: Minnetonka is missing data for 1 metric that Alexandria has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
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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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72.3 Score
Minnetonka, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$493,096
Population
52,463
Crime
Low
Median Income
$114,867
Midwest
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