Grand Rapids, MI vs Mayfield Heights, OH
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.
Grand Rapids
73.4
#738 nationally
Mayfield Heights
83.1
#16 nationally
Grand Rapids leads in walk score (52 vs 47). Mayfield Heights leads in median household income ($59,423 vs $54,789). Grand Rapids leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 22.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Grand Rapids, MI | Mayfield Heights, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#738) | 83.1 (#16) |
| Population | 201,013 | 19,793 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $311,699 | $235,842 |
| Median Household Income | $54,789 | $59,423 |
| Average Commute | 21.2 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 47 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 0.6 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.4 | D+31.5 |
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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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B
83.1 Score
Mayfield Heights, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$235,842
Population
19,793
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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