Maple Grove, MN vs South Elgin, 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.
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
South Elgin
75.4
#467 nationally
South Elgin leads in walk score (32 vs 13). Maple Grove leads in crime level (3.1 vs 5.2). Maple Grove leads in average commute (24.1 min vs 28.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Maple Grove, MN | South Elgin, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#450) | 75.4 (#467) |
| Population | 71,288 | 24,277 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $430,006 | $379,258 |
| Median Household Income | $127,001 | $118,293 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.1 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+9.4 |
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75.5 Score
Maple Grove, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$430,006
Population
71,288
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Midwest
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75.4 Score
South Elgin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$379,258
Population
24,277
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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