Monterey, CA vs Rosemount, MN
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.
Monterey
62.7
#1834 nationally
Rosemount
74.7
#569 nationally
Rosemount leads in crime level (1.6 vs 10.5). Monterey leads in walk score (53 vs 20). Rosemount leads in cost of living index (118 vs 192).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monterey, CA | Rosemount, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1834) | 74.7 (#569) |
| Population | 29,116 | 27,590 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,179,065 | $438,376 |
| Median Household Income | $98,003 | $127,252 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 28.5 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 10.5 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 192 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+29.9 | D+12.9 |
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62.7 Score
Monterey, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,179,065
Population
29,116
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Pacific
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74.7 Score
Rosemount, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$438,376
Population
27,590
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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