Bristol, CT vs Elk River, 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.
Bristol
75.4
#457 nationally
Elk River
72.5
#875 nationally
Bristol leads in walk score (33 vs 15). Bristol leads in crime level (1.6 vs 2.5). Elk River leads in median household income ($95,597 vs $82,094).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bristol, CT | Elk River, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.4 (#457) | 72.5 (#875) |
| Population | 61,601 | 27,342 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,168 | $402,011 |
| Median Household Income | $82,094 | $95,597 |
| Average Commute | 25.4 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 2.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 110 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | N/A | R+34.9 |
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75.4 Score
Bristol, CT
Connecticut community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$352,168
Population
61,601
Crime
Low
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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72.5 Score
Elk River, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$402,011
Population
27,342
Crime
Low
Walk Score
15
Midwest
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