Eagan, MN vs San Dimas, 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
San Dimas
61.6
#1900 nationally
Eagan leads in crime level (2.8 vs 7.7). Eagan leads in cost of living index (117 vs 166). Eagan leads in average commute (23.2 min vs 31.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eagan, MN | San Dimas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#310) | 61.6 (#1900) |
| Population | 67,396 | 33,105 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $407,248 | $922,772 |
| Median Household Income | $104,101 | $102,241 |
| Average Commute | 23.2 min | 31.9 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 117 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.9 | D+32.9 |
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-
61.6 Score
San Dimas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$922,772
Population
33,105
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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