Eagan, MN vs Golden Valley, 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.
Eagan
76.8
#310 nationally
Golden Valley
75.7
#424 nationally
Golden Valley leads in crime level (1.8 vs 2.8). Eagan leads in walk score (41 vs 28). Golden Valley leads in average commute (20.2 min vs 23.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eagan, MN | Golden Valley, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#310) | 75.7 (#424) |
| Population | 67,396 | 21,211 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $407,248 | $446,491 |
| Median Household Income | $104,101 | $110,026 |
| Average Commute | 23.2 min | 20.2 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 1.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 117 | 121 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.9 | D+42.6 |
C
76.8 Score
Eagan, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$407,248
Population
67,396
Crime
Low
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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C
75.7 Score
Golden Valley, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$446,491
Population
21,211
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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