Dickinson, TX vs Forest Lake, 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.
Dickinson
77
#284 nationally
Forest Lake
71.7
#964 nationally
Forest Lake leads in crime level (3.3 vs 5.9). Dickinson leads in walk score (28 vs 18). Dickinson leads in cost of living index (99 vs 114).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dickinson, TX | Forest Lake, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77 (#284) | 71.7 (#964) |
| Population | 21,834 | 20,685 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $270,294 | $432,441 |
| Median Household Income | $81,739 | $91,157 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 18 |
| Crime Level | 5.9 | 3.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 114 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.4 | D+8.9 |
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77 Score
Dickinson, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$270,294
Population
21,834
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
28
Southwest
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71.7 Score
Forest Lake, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$432,441
Population
20,685
Crime
Low
Walk Score
18
Midwest
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