Brooklyn Center, MN vs Manteca, CA
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.
Brooklyn Center
69.6
#1181 nationally
Manteca
62.9
#1816 nationally
Manteca leads in crime level (9.5 vs 18.6). Brooklyn Center leads in average commute (23.3 min vs 40.2 min). Brooklyn Center leads in cost of living index (102 vs 143).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brooklyn Center, MN | Manteca, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.6 (#1181) | 62.9 (#1816) |
| Population | 31,688 | 91,059 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $302,111 | $581,224 |
| Median Household Income | $70,692 | $89,966 |
| Average Commute | 23.3 min | 40.2 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 18.6 | 9.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | R+0.9 |
D+
69.6 Score
Brooklyn Center, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$302,111
Population
31,688
Crime
High
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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D-
62.9 Score
Manteca, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$581,224
Population
91,059
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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