Faribault, MN vs Lafayette, IN
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.
Faribault
72.4
#894 nationally
Lafayette
71.4
#983 nationally
Faribault leads in crime level (8.4 vs 16.4). Lafayette leads in walk score (38 vs 29). Lafayette leads in average commute (16.3 min vs 19.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Faribault, MN | Lafayette, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.4 (#894) | 71.4 (#983) |
| Population | 24,642 | 71,216 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $307,876 | $268,766 |
| Median Household Income | $58,881 | $50,674 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 16.3 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 8.4 | 16.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.5 | Even |
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72.4 Score
Faribault, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$307,876
Population
24,642
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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71.4 Score
Lafayette, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$268,766
Population
71,216
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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