Champlin, MN vs Melrose Park, 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.
Champlin
76.2
#369 nationally
Melrose Park
73.7
#688 nationally
Melrose Park leads in walk score (68 vs 20). Champlin leads in crime level (3.2 vs 8.3). Champlin leads in median household income ($113,570 vs $64,400).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Melrose Park, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 73.7 (#688) |
| Population | 22,856 | 23,666 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $326,590 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $64,400 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 8.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+42.0 |
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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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73.7 Score
Melrose Park, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$326,590
Population
23,666
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
68
Midwest
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