Riverton, UT vs Shakopee, 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.
Riverton
69.5
#1202 nationally
Shakopee
75.7
#430 nationally
Riverton leads in crime level (2.0 vs 3.2). Shakopee leads in average commute (23 min vs 29.1 min). Shakopee leads in cost of living index (113 vs 128).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Riverton, UT | Shakopee, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1202) | 75.7 (#430) |
| Population | 44,854 | 47,158 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $626,564 | $409,969 |
| Median Household Income | $115,869 | $103,924 |
| Average Commute | 29.1 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 128 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.2 | R+8.5 |
D+
69.5 Score
Riverton, UT
Small Utah city with local appeal
Median Home
$626,564
Population
44,854
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
West
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C
75.7 Score
Shakopee, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,969
Population
47,158
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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