Irvine, CA vs Shoreview, 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
Shoreview
74.4
#604 nationally
Irvine leads in walk score (44 vs 17). Shoreview leads in cost of living index (115 vs 178). Shoreview leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 25.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Irvine, CA | Shoreview, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.2 (#1452) | 74.4 (#604) |
| Population | 307,670 | 26,374 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,517,431 | $420,432 |
| Median Household Income | $116,519 | $106,153 |
| Average Commute | 25.8 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 17 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 9.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 178 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.6 | D+43.3 |
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
74.4 Score
Shoreview, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$420,432
Population
26,374
Crime
Low
Walk Score
17
Midwest
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