Crystal, MN vs Lenexa, KS
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.
Crystal
75
#509 nationally
Lenexa
72.8
#829 nationally
Lenexa leads in crime level (5.0 vs 7.7). Crystal leads in walk score (44 vs 33). Lenexa leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 24 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Crystal, MN | Lenexa, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#509) | 72.8 (#829) |
| Population | 21,906 | 58,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $323,618 | $485,239 |
| Median Household Income | $86,288 | $101,074 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 19.6 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 7.7 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+8.5 |
C
75 Score
Crystal, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,618
Population
21,906
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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72.8 Score
Lenexa, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$485,239
Population
58,536
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
33
Midwest
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