Minot, ND vs Salisbury, NC
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
Salisbury
66.6
#1526 nationally
Minot leads in crime level (8.7 vs 26.3). Minot leads in median household income ($75,545 vs $48,888). Minot leads in walk score (37 vs 27).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Minot, ND | Salisbury, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.6 (#334) | 66.6 (#1526) |
| Population | 47,373 | 36,319 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,641 | $284,346 |
| Median Household Income | $75,545 | $48,888 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 26.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.4 | R+35.9 |
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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66.6 Score
Salisbury, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$284,346
Population
36,319
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
27
Southeast
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