New Brighton, MN vs North Aurora, IL
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.
New Brighton
75.6
#440 nationally
North Aurora
73.3
#759 nationally
New Brighton leads in walk score (35 vs 21). New Brighton leads in crime level (2.5 vs 3.7). New Brighton leads in average commute (20.9 min vs 29.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | New Brighton, MN | North Aurora, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.6 (#440) | 73.3 (#759) |
| Population | 22,228 | 19,022 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $389,217 | $409,737 |
| Median Household Income | $84,707 | $104,547 |
| Average Commute | 20.9 min | 29.6 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 2.5 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+43.3 | D+9.4 |
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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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73.3 Score
North Aurora, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,737
Population
19,022
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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