Algonquin, IL vs Maple Grove, MN
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.
Algonquin
74.9
#526 nationally
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Algonquin leads in walk score (26 vs 13). Algonquin leads in crime level (1.6 vs 3.1). Maple Grove leads in average commute (24.1 min vs 32.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Algonquin, IL | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.9 (#526) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 30,134 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $422,303 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $129,658 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 32.8 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.3 | D+42.6 |
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74.9 Score
Algonquin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$422,303
Population
30,134
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Midwest
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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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