Mandan, ND vs Upland, 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
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
Upland leads in walk score (48 vs 25). Mandan leads in average commute (17.8 min vs 30.4 min). Mandan leads in cost of living index (103 vs 158).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mandan, ND | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.7 (#846) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 24,586 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $352,532 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $78,077 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 17.8 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 7.9 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+53.8 | R+2.1 |
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-
61.5 Score
Upland, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$823,319
Population
78,699
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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