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Minneapolis, MN vs Rochester, MN

CategoryMinneapolis, MNRochester, MN
Housing
VerdictGood for nowGood for now
Median Price$339K$270K

Lower price

Median Rent$1K$1K

Lower rent

Median Income$78K$86K

Higher income

Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk Score26/100

More walkable

20/100
Transit Score41/100

Better transit

Minimal transit
Bike Score54/100

More bikeable

18/100
Commute6 min

Shorter commute

103 min
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools5.7/10

Better schools

4.4/10
Best for
young professionalsstudentscommuters
remote workersfamiliessmall‑city lifestyle seekers

Bottom line

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

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