Bismarck, ND vs Converse, TX
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.
Bismarck
72.8
#819 nationally
Converse
74.4
#592 nationally
Bismarck leads in average commute (15.7 min vs 28 min). Bismarck leads in walk score (35 vs 24). Bismarck leads in crime level (7.6 vs 10.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bismarck, ND | Converse, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#819) | 74.4 (#592) |
| Population | 75,092 | 30,321 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $383,424 | $243,003 |
| Median Household Income | $76,014 | $77,237 |
| Average Commute | 15.7 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 7.6 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 101 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+43.2 | D+9.8 |
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72.8 Score
Bismarck, ND
North Dakota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$383,424
Population
75,092
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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74.4 Score
Converse, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$243,003
Population
30,321
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
24
Southwest
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