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Rochester, MN vs Saint Paul, MN

CategoryRochester, MNSaint Paul, MN
Housing
VerdictGood for nowGood for now
Median Price$270K

Lower price

$277K
Median Rent$1K$1K

Lower rent

Median Income$86K

Higher income

$70K
Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk Score20/10040/100

More walkable

Transit ScoreMinimal transit50/100

Better transit

Bike Score18/10054/100

More bikeable

Commute103 min13 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGood

Cleaner air

Moderate
Community
Schools4.4/106.1/10

Better schools

Best for
remote workersfamiliessmall‑city lifestyle seekers
young professionalscommuterspublic transit users

Bottom line

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

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