Minot, ND vs Prescott, AZ
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
Prescott
66.2
#1575 nationally
Minot leads in walk score (37 vs 25). Prescott leads in average commute (15.7 min vs 19.2 min). Minot leads in cost of living index (102 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Minot, ND | Prescott, AZ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.6 (#334) | 66.2 (#1575) |
| Population | 47,373 | 47,757 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,641 | $599,791 |
| Median Household Income | $75,545 | $66,330 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 15.7 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.4 | R+33.9 |
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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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66.2 Score
Prescott, AZ
Small Arizona city with local appeal
Median Home
$599,791
Population
47,757
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
25
Southwest
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