Benicia, CA vs Shoreview, 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.
Benicia
66.9
#1481 nationally
Shoreview
74.4
#604 nationally
Benicia leads in walk score (34 vs 17). Shoreview leads in cost of living index (115 vs 168). Shoreview leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 33.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benicia, CA | Shoreview, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1481) | 74.4 (#604) |
| Population | 26,429 | 26,374 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $784,805 | $420,432 |
| Median Household Income | $124,375 | $106,153 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 17 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 168 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.0 | D+43.3 |
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66.9 Score
Benicia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$784,805
Population
26,429
Crime
Low
Walk Score
34
Pacific
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74.4 Score
Shoreview, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$420,432
Population
26,374
Crime
Low
Walk Score
17
Midwest
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