Florence, KY vs Shakopee, 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.
Florence
73.8
#672 nationally
Shakopee
75.7
#430 nationally
Shakopee leads in crime level (3.2 vs 6.4). Shakopee leads in median household income ($103,924 vs $67,352). Florence leads in cost of living index (94 vs 113).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Florence, KY | Shakopee, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.8 (#672) | 75.7 (#430) |
| Population | 32,917 | 47,158 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $290,152 | $409,969 |
| Median Household Income | $67,352 | $103,924 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 6.4 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+37.2 | R+8.5 |
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73.8 Score
Florence, KY
Small Kentucky city with local appeal
Median Home
$290,152
Population
32,917
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Southeast
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75.7 Score
Shakopee, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,969
Population
47,158
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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