Fridley, MN vs Johnston, IA
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
Johnston
76
#397 nationally
Johnston leads in crime level (2.1 vs 6.8). Fridley leads in walk score (38 vs 21). Johnston leads in average commute (18.3 min vs 24 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fridley, MN | Johnston, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#771) | 76 (#397) |
| Population | 30,156 | 24,640 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $326,803 | $402,429 |
| Median Household Income | $76,592 | $98,324 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 18.3 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 2.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+10.9 |
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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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76 Score
Johnston, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$402,429
Population
24,640
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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