Grand Rapids, MI vs North Olmsted, 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
North Olmsted
79
#149 nationally
Grand Rapids leads in walk score (52 vs 28). North Olmsted leads in median household income ($81,768 vs $54,789). Grand Rapids leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 24.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Grand Rapids, MI | North Olmsted, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#738) | 79 (#149) |
| Population | 201,013 | 31,538 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $311,699 | $282,082 |
| Median Household Income | $54,789 | $81,768 |
| Average Commute | 21.2 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 1.7 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.4 | D+31.5 |
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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C+
79 Score
North Olmsted, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$282,082
Population
31,538
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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