New Brighton, MN vs Upland, 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.
New Brighton
75.6
#440 nationally
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
New Brighton leads in crime level (2.5 vs 10.1). New Brighton leads in average commute (20.9 min vs 30.4 min). New Brighton leads in cost of living index (112 vs 158).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | New Brighton, MN | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.6 (#440) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 22,228 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $389,217 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $84,707 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 20.9 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 2.5 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+43.3 | R+2.1 |
C
75.6 Score
New Brighton, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$389,217
Population
22,228
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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D-
61.5 Score
Upland, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$823,319
Population
78,699
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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