Brandon, MS vs Maple Grove, 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.
Brandon
77.5
#239 nationally
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Maple Grove leads in median household income ($127,001 vs $89,051). Brandon leads in crime level (2.4 vs 3.1). Brandon leads in cost of living index (98 vs 119).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brandon, MS | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.5 (#239) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 25,719 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $291,089 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $89,051 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 25.6 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 11 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 2.4 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+47.1 | D+42.6 |
C+
77.5 Score
Brandon, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$291,089
Population
25,719
Crime
Low
Walk Score
11
Southeast
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C
75.5 Score
Maple Grove, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$430,006
Population
71,288
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Midwest
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