Benton, AR vs Brooklyn Center, MN
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.
Benton
73.9
#655 nationally
Brooklyn Center
69.6
#1181 nationally
Brooklyn Center leads in walk score (31 vs 17). Benton leads in crime level (11.3 vs 18.6). Benton leads in cost of living index (92 vs 102).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benton, AR | Brooklyn Center, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#655) | 69.6 (#1181) |
| Population | 37,558 | 31,688 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $241,204 | $302,111 |
| Median Household Income | $66,868 | $70,692 |
| Average Commute | 22.7 min | 23.3 min |
| Walk Score | 17 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 11.3 | 18.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+40.1 | D+42.6 |
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73.9 Score
Benton, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$241,204
Population
37,558
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
17
Southwest
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D+
69.6 Score
Brooklyn Center, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$302,111
Population
31,688
Crime
High
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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