Champlin, MN vs Santa Clara, CA
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
Santa Clara
65.7
#1617 nationally
Santa Clara leads in walk score (58 vs 20). Champlin leads in cost of living index (112 vs 241). Champlin leads in crime level (3.2 vs 5.0).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Santa Clara, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 65.7 (#1617) |
| Population | 22,856 | 131,062 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $1,680,833 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $165,352 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 23.6 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 241 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+40.0 |
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
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D
65.7 Score
Santa Clara, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,680,833
Population
131,062
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
58
Pacific
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