Boulder, CO 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.
Boulder
67.4
#1424 nationally
Shoreview
74.4
#604 nationally
Boulder leads in walk score (62 vs 17). Shoreview leads in cost of living index (115 vs 165). Shoreview leads in median household income ($106,153 vs $86,098).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boulder, CO | Shoreview, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.4 (#1424) | 74.4 (#604) |
| Population | 103,166 | 26,374 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $957,377 | $420,432 |
| Median Household Income | $86,098 | $106,153 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 17 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-Low | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 8.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | D+43.3 |
D+
67.4 Score
Boulder, CO
Nature meets innovation at the Flatirons
Median Home
$957,377
Population
103,166
Crime
Moderate-Low
Schools
A
West
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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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