Mankato, MN vs Tulsa, OK
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.
Mankato
74.8
#549 nationally
Tulsa
74
#654 nationally
Mankato leads in crime level (7.0 vs 25.8). Mankato leads in average commute (15.3 min vs 18.6 min). Tulsa leads in cost of living index (92 vs 101).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mankato, MN | Tulsa, OK |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.8 (#549) | 74 (#654) |
| Population | 45,742 | 411,894 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $308,167 | $220,759 |
| Median Household Income | $61,726 | $56,648 |
| Average Commute | 15.3 min | 18.6 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 7.0 | 25.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+1.2 | R+55.8 |
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74.8 Score
Mankato, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$308,167
Population
45,742
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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74 Score
Tulsa, OK
Growing Oklahoma city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$220,759
Population
411,894
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
Southwest
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