Minot, ND vs Temple City, 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
Temple City
61.6
#1902 nationally
Minot leads in cost of living index (102 vs 180). Minot leads in average commute (19.2 min vs 32.6 min). Temple City leads in walk score (57 vs 37).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Minot, ND | Temple City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.6 (#334) | 61.6 (#1902) |
| Population | 47,373 | 34,854 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,641 | $1,092,483 |
| Median Household Income | $75,545 | $95,263 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 6.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 180 |
| 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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D-
61.6 Score
Temple City, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,092,483
Population
34,854
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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