Edina, MN vs New Brighton, 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.
Edina
73.1
#783 nationally
New Brighton
75.6
#440 nationally
Edina leads in median household income ($125,506 vs $84,707). New Brighton leads in cost of living index (112 vs 142). Edina leads in crime level (2.0 vs 2.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Edina, MN | New Brighton, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#783) | 75.6 (#440) |
| Population | 53,348 | 22,228 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $631,926 | $389,217 |
| Median Household Income | $125,506 | $84,707 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 20.9 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 2.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+43.3 |
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73.1 Score
Edina, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$631,926
Population
53,348
Crime
Low
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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75.6 Score
New Brighton, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$389,217
Population
22,228
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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