| | St. Cloud, MN | Lakeville, MN | United States |
| Overall | 89.9 | 106.1 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.0 | 103.4 | 100 |
| Health | 75.5 | 74.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 72.2 | 140.5 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $218,600 | $441,000 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,840.0% | 9,660.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 81.4 | 108.3 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 112.5 | 140.3 | 100 |
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Reviews for St. Cloud 
11 Reviews
The scenery and the water is amazing here affordable living for retired people More
Lived here previously, have friends that still do. i don't know why anyone stays. It is the armpit of the state. Smaller town, so everyone knows everyone and is in your More
A Stabbing happened at a local mall. I would not recommend the school district either. I heard about bullying in the schools too. I would not recommend living in the More
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Reviews for Lakeville 
8 Reviews
We lived in Lakeville for 3 years (2015-18). My husband and I have traveled all over the country. We've lived in California, Hawaii, Arizona, Colorado and Minnesota. More
I’ve grown up in Lakeville for 20 years. I know this area better than the back of my hand.
The schools are excellent, especially North HS. The housing is cheap and More
I have found Lakeville to have many amenities and its nice its so close to the Twin Cities. HOWEVER, unless have bunches of money in your pocket or are a local you will More
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