Boston, MA 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.
Boston
66.2
#1568 nationally
Shoreview
74.4
#604 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 17). Shoreview leads in cost of living index (115 vs 155). Shoreview leads in median household income ($106,153 vs $81,744).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Shoreview, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 74.4 (#604) |
| Population | 684,379 | 26,374 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $420,432 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $106,153 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 17 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 7.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | D+43.3 |
D
66.2 Score
Boston, MA
Innovation hub with historic charm
Median Home
$787,763
Population
684,379
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Northeast
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C
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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