Fridley, MN vs Gladstone, MO
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.
Fridley
73.2
#771 nationally
Gladstone
73.5
#721 nationally
Fridley leads in crime level (6.8 vs 10.3). Fridley leads in walk score (38 vs 33). Gladstone leads in cost of living index (93 vs 104).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fridley, MN | Gladstone, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#771) | 73.5 (#721) |
| Population | 30,156 | 27,329 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $326,803 | $272,624 |
| Median Household Income | $76,592 | $68,633 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 22.1 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 10.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | R+5.7 |
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73.2 Score
Fridley, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$326,803
Population
30,156
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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73.5 Score
Gladstone, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$272,624
Population
27,329
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
33
Midwest
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