Champlin, MN vs Grand Rapids, MI
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.
Champlin
76.2
#369 nationally
Grand Rapids
73.4
#738 nationally
Grand Rapids leads in walk score (52 vs 20). Champlin leads in median household income ($113,570 vs $54,789). Grand Rapids leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 26.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Grand Rapids, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 73.4 (#738) |
| Population | 22,856 | 201,013 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $311,699 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $54,789 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 52 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+5.4 |
C
76.2 Score
Champlin, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$379,177
Population
22,856
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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C
73.4 Score
Grand Rapids, MI
Beer City USA with West Michigan charm
Median Home
$311,699
Population
201,013
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Midwest
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