Mandan, ND vs Palmdale, 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
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Mandan leads in average commute (17.8 min vs 41.3 min). Mandan leads in crime level (7.9 vs 15.1). Mandan leads in cost of living index (103 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mandan, ND | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.7 (#846) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 24,586 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,532 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $78,077 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 17.8 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+53.8 | D+32.9 |
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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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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