Franklin, TN vs Oakdale, 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.
Franklin
66.7
#1510 nationally
Oakdale
73
#800 nationally
Franklin leads in crime level (3.6 vs 5.0). Franklin leads in median household income ($106,592 vs $86,003). Oakdale leads in cost of living index (107 vs 132).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, TN | Oakdale, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1510) | 73 (#800) |
| Population | 88,558 | 28,226 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $917,023 | $360,617 |
| Median Household Income | $106,592 | $86,003 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 24.2 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 3.6 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+32.4 | D+8.9 |
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66.7 Score
Franklin, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$917,023
Population
88,558
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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73 Score
Oakdale, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$360,617
Population
28,226
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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