Richardson, TX 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.
Richardson
73
#801 nationally
Shakopee
75.7
#430 nationally
Richardson leads in walk score (44 vs 29). Shakopee leads in crime level (3.2 vs 4.0). Shakopee leads in median household income ($103,924 vs $94,362).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Richardson, TX | Shakopee, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73 (#801) | 75.7 (#430) |
| Population | 117,435 | 47,158 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $445,040 | $409,969 |
| Median Household Income | $94,362 | $103,924 |
| Average Commute | 23.7 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 4.0 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 117 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | R+8.5 |
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73 Score
Richardson, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$445,040
Population
117,435
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Southwest
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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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