Mandan, ND vs Torrance, 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
Torrance
64.2
#1714 nationally
Torrance leads in walk score (67 vs 25). Mandan leads in cost of living index (103 vs 195). Mandan leads in average commute (17.8 min vs 27.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mandan, ND | Torrance, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.7 (#846) | 64.2 (#1714) |
| Population | 24,586 | 139,224 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,532 | $1,117,906 |
| Median Household Income | $78,077 | $109,554 |
| Average Commute | 17.8 min | 27.8 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 195 |
| 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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D
64.2 Score
Torrance, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,117,906
Population
139,224
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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