Dubuque, IA vs Murfreesboro, TN
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.
Dubuque
76.8
#309 nationally
Murfreesboro
65
#1659 nationally
Dubuque leads in average commute (14.8 min vs 27.3 min). Dubuque leads in walk score (40 vs 25). Dubuque leads in cost of living index (92 vs 109).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dubuque, IA | Murfreesboro, TN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#309) | 65 (#1659) |
| Population | 58,877 | 165,430 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,952 | $430,142 |
| Median Household Income | $63,520 | $70,451 |
| Average Commute | 14.8 min | 27.3 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 11.0 | 11.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 109 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.6 | R+21.8 |
C
76.8 Score
Dubuque, IA
Iowa community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$251,952
Population
58,877
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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D
65 Score
Murfreesboro, TN
Mid-size Tennessee city with community character
Median Home
$430,142
Population
165,430
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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