Andover, MN vs Ballwin, MO
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.
Andover
71.9
#941 nationally
Ballwin
75.7
#423 nationally
Ballwin leads in crime level (1.5 vs 4.2). Ballwin leads in walk score (20 vs 12). Ballwin leads in cost of living index (111 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Andover, MN | Ballwin, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.9 (#941) | 75.7 (#423) |
| Population | 33,089 | 30,410 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $447,292 | $417,520 |
| Median Household Income | $123,054 | $118,647 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 12 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 4.2 | 1.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+23.4 |
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71.9 Score
Andover, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$447,292
Population
33,089
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
12
Midwest
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75.7 Score
Ballwin, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$417,520
Population
30,410
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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