Minot, 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.
Minot
76.6
#334 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Minot leads in average commute (19.2 min vs 41.3 min). Minot leads in crime level (8.7 vs 15.1). Minot leads in walk score (37 vs 24).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Minot, ND | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.6 (#334) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 47,373 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,641 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $75,545 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.4 | D+32.9 |
C
76.6 Score
Minot, ND
Small North Dakota city with local appeal
Median Home
$282,641
Population
47,373
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
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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