Mandan, ND vs Merced, CA
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.
Mandan
72.7
#846 nationally
Merced
64.3
#1702 nationally
Mandan leads in crime level (7.9 vs 21.5). Merced leads in walk score (42 vs 25). Mandan leads in average commute (17.8 min vs 27 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mandan, ND | Merced, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.7 (#846) | 64.3 (#1702) |
| Population | 24,586 | 93,692 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,532 | $397,570 |
| Median Household Income | $78,077 | $59,233 |
| Average Commute | 17.8 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 21.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 121 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+53.8 | R+4.4 |
C-
72.7 Score
Mandan, ND
Small North Dakota city with local appeal
Median Home
$352,532
Population
24,586
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
25
Midwest
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D
64.3 Score
Merced, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$397,570
Population
93,692
Crime
High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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