Mandan, ND vs Union City, 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
Union City
60
#1943 nationally
Mandan leads in cost of living index (103 vs 201). Union City leads in walk score (47 vs 25). Mandan leads in average commute (17.8 min vs 33 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mandan, ND | Union City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.7 (#846) | 60 (#1943) |
| Population | 24,586 | 65,414 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,532 | $1,223,080 |
| Median Household Income | $78,077 | $138,013 |
| Average Commute | 17.8 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 201 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+53.8 | D+53.6 |
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-
60 Score
Union City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,223,080
Population
65,414
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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