Minneapolis, MN vs Pico Rivera, 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.
Minneapolis
73
#799 nationally
Pico Rivera
62.5
#1852 nationally
Minneapolis leads in cost of living index (103 vs 148). Minneapolis leads in average commute (23.4 min vs 30.8 min). Pico Rivera leads in median household income ($82,539 vs $70,099).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Minneapolis, MN | Pico Rivera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73 (#799) | 62.5 (#1852) |
| Population | 425,115 | 59,189 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $338,118 | $753,964 |
| Median Household Income | $70,099 | $82,539 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 69 | 59 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 12.8 |
| School Rating | 6.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+32.9 |
C
73 Score
Minneapolis, MN
City of Lakes with Fortune 500 opportunities
Median Home
$338,118
Population
425,115
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
B-
Midwest
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D-
62.5 Score
Pico Rivera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$753,964
Population
59,189
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
59
Pacific
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