Shoreview, MN vs Whittier, 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.
Shoreview
74.4
#604 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Whittier leads in walk score (64 vs 17). Shoreview leads in crime level (3.7 vs 13.4). Shoreview leads in cost of living index (115 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Shoreview, MN | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.4 (#604) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 26,374 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $420,432 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $106,153 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 17 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+43.3 | D+32.9 |
C
74.4 Score
Shoreview, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$420,432
Population
26,374
Crime
Low
Walk Score
17
Midwest
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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