Irvine, CA vs Savage, 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.
Irvine
67.2
#1452 nationally
Savage
75
#524 nationally
Irvine leads in walk score (44 vs 22). Savage leads in cost of living index (119 vs 178). Savage leads in median household income ($123,069 vs $116,519).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Irvine, CA | Savage, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.2 (#1452) | 75 (#524) |
| Population | 307,670 | 32,999 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,517,431 | $432,260 |
| Median Household Income | $116,519 | $123,069 |
| Average Commute | 25.8 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 22 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 2.1 |
| School Rating | 9.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 178 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | R+8.5 |
D+
67.2 Score
Irvine, CA
Master-planned perfection in Southern California
Median Home
$1,517,431
Population
307,670
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A+
Pacific
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C
75 Score
Savage, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$432,260
Population
32,999
Crime
Low
Walk Score
22
Midwest
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