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Moorhead, MN vs Rochester, MN

CategoryMoorhead, MNRochester, MN
Housing
VerdictGood for nowGood for now
Median Price$237K

Lower price

$270K
Median Rent$998

Lower rent

$1K
Median Income$70K$86K

Higher income

Price VolatilityLow

More stable

Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score4/10020/100

More walkable

Transit Score14/100

Better transit

Minimal transit
Bike Score18/10018/100
Commute257 min103 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools5.9/10

Better schools

4.4/10
Best for
college studentsfamiliesremote workers
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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