Carmel, IN vs Crystal, 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.
Carmel
74.5
#579 nationally
Crystal
75
#509 nationally
Crystal leads in walk score (44 vs 28). Carmel leads in median household income ($121,400 vs $86,288). Crystal leads in cost of living index (105 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carmel, IN | Crystal, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.5 (#579) | 75 (#509) |
| Population | 104,776 | 21,906 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $580,014 | $323,618 |
| Median Household Income | $121,400 | $86,288 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 44 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 7.7 |
| School Rating | 9 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.1 | D+42.6 |
C
74.5 Score
Carmel, IN
Award-winning city planning meets Midwestern charm
Median Home
$580,014
Population
104,776
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
View Carmel, IN →
C
75 Score
Crystal, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,618
Population
21,906
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Midwest
View Crystal, MN →
Try a different matchup
Swap Carmel for: