Champlin, MN vs Oak 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
Oak Park
71.1
#1024 nationally
Oak Park leads in walk score (78 vs 20). Champlin leads in crime level (3.2 vs 8.9). Champlin leads in average commute (26.6 min vs 33.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Oak Park, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 71.1 (#1024) |
| Population | 22,856 | 52,055 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $489,829 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $103,264 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 33.4 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 78 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 8.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 127 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+42.0 |
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
View Champlin, MN →
C-
71.1 Score
Oak Park, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$489,829
Population
52,055
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
78
Midwest
View Oak Park, IL →
Try a different matchup
Swap Champlin for: