Dickinson, ND 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.
Dickinson
74.6
#572 nationally
Manteca
62.9
#1816 nationally
Dickinson leads in average commute (16.1 min vs 40.2 min). Dickinson leads in cost of living index (104 vs 143). Manteca leads in walk score (42 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dickinson, ND | Manteca, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.6 (#572) | 62.9 (#1816) |
| Population | 25,130 | 91,059 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $334,159 | $581,224 |
| Median Household Income | $75,767 | $89,966 |
| Average Commute | 16.1 min | 40.2 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 8.1 | 9.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+65.6 | R+0.9 |
C
74.6 Score
Dickinson, ND
Small North Dakota city with local appeal
Median Home
$334,159
Population
25,130
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
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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