Columbus, IN vs South St. Paul, 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.
Columbus
81.7
#37 nationally
South St. Paul
76.1
#385 nationally
Columbus leads in crime level (0.4 vs 9.6). South St. Paul leads in walk score (39 vs 29). Columbus leads in average commute (18.1 min vs 20.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, IN | South St. Paul, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.7 (#37) | 76.1 (#385) |
| Population | 51,522 | 20,664 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $281,533 | $304,841 |
| Median Household Income | $75,114 | $82,644 |
| Average Commute | 18.1 min | 20.6 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 0.4 | 9.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.3 | D+12.9 |
B-
81.7 Score
Columbus, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$281,533
Population
51,522
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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C
76.1 Score
South St. Paul, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$304,841
Population
20,664
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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