Eagan, MN vs Elk Grove, 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.
Eagan
76.8
#310 nationally
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Eagan leads in crime level (2.8 vs 5.2). Eagan leads in average commute (23.2 min vs 33.1 min). Eagan leads in walk score (41 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eagan, MN | Elk Grove, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#310) | 66.7 (#1508) |
| Population | 67,396 | 178,444 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $407,248 | $634,683 |
| Median Household Income | $104,101 | $115,864 |
| Average Commute | 23.2 min | 33.1 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 117 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.9 | D+19.7 |
C
76.8 Score
Eagan, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$407,248
Population
67,396
Crime
Low
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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D
66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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