Apple Valley, MN vs Johnston, IA
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.
Apple Valley
72.8
#818 nationally
Johnston
76
#397 nationally
Johnston leads in crime level (2.1 vs 5.9). Johnston leads in average commute (18.3 min vs 26.1 min). Johnston leads in cost of living index (110 vs 113).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Apple Valley, MN | Johnston, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#818) | 76 (#397) |
| Population | 55,336 | 24,640 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $381,926 | $402,429 |
| Median Household Income | $97,588 | $98,324 |
| Average Commute | 26.1 min | 18.3 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 5.9 | 2.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 113 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.9 | D+10.9 |
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72.8 Score
Apple Valley, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$381,926
Population
55,336
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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76 Score
Johnston, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$402,429
Population
24,640
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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