Grand Rapids, MI vs Slidell, LA
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.
Grand Rapids
73.4
#738 nationally
Slidell
76.9
#301 nationally
Grand Rapids leads in walk score (52 vs 36). Grand Rapids leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 27.7 min). Slidell leads in median household income ($63,004 vs $54,789).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Grand Rapids, MI | Slidell, LA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#738) | 76.9 (#301) |
| Population | 201,013 | 28,510 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $311,699 | $223,090 |
| Median Household Income | $54,789 | $63,004 |
| Average Commute | 21.2 min | 27.7 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 36 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 7.0 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 100 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.4 | R+43.8 |
C
73.4 Score
Grand Rapids, MI
Beer City USA with West Michigan charm
Median Home
$311,699
Population
201,013
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Midwest
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C
76.9 Score
Slidell, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$223,090
Population
28,510
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
Southeast
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