Monrovia, CA vs Shakopee, 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.
Monrovia
63.1
#1798 nationally
Shakopee
75.7
#430 nationally
Shakopee leads in crime level (3.2 vs 8.7). Monrovia leads in walk score (62 vs 29). Shakopee leads in cost of living index (113 vs 176).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Monrovia, CA | Shakopee, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.1 (#1798) | 75.7 (#430) |
| Population | 36,768 | 47,158 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $993,177 | $409,969 |
| Median Household Income | $93,827 | $103,924 |
| Average Commute | 30.7 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 176 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+8.5 |
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63.1 Score
Monrovia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$993,177
Population
36,768
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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C
75.7 Score
Shakopee, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,969
Population
47,158
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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