Round Rock, TX 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.
Round Rock
75.1
#504 nationally
Shakopee
75.7
#430 nationally
Shakopee leads in average commute (23 min vs 26.8 min). Round Rock leads in walk score (32 vs 29). Round Rock leads in cost of living index (108 vs 113).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Round Rock, TX | Shakopee, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.1 (#504) | 75.7 (#430) |
| Population | 139,077 | 47,158 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $405,249 | $409,969 |
| Median Household Income | $102,891 | $103,924 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 29 |
| Crime Level | Low | 3.2 |
| School Rating | 8.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.5 | R+8.5 |
C
75.1 Score
Round Rock, TX
Dell's hometown in the Austin suburbs
Median Home
$405,249
Population
139,077
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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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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