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Minneapolis, MN vs Saint Paul, MN

CategoryMinneapolis, MNSaint Paul, MN
Housing
VerdictThink twiceGood for now
Median Price$571K$445K

Lower price

Median Rent$2K$1K

Lower rent

Median Income$147K

Higher income

$112K
Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk Score37/10042/100

More walkable

Transit Score51/100

Better transit

20/100
Bike Score25/10025/100
Commute15 min15 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools5.4/106.1/10

Better schools

Best for
High‑earning commutersFamilies who can afford higher housing costsThose who prioritize a short downtown commute over walkability
young professionalscommutersfirst‑time homebuyers

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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