Blaine, MN vs Bloomington, 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.
Blaine
75.2
#481 nationally
Bloomington
72.4
#888 nationally
Blaine leads in crime level (2.5 vs 8.5). Bloomington leads in walk score (29 vs 23). Bloomington leads in average commute (21.3 min vs 25 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Blaine, MN | Bloomington, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.2 (#481) | 72.4 (#888) |
| Population | 73,774 | 87,398 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $386,572 | $369,004 |
| Median Household Income | $100,659 | $87,381 |
| Average Commute | 25 min | 21.3 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 2.5 | 8.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+42.6 |
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75.2 Score
Blaine, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$386,572
Population
73,774
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Midwest
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72.4 Score
Bloomington, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$369,004
Population
87,398
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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