Arvada, CO vs Champlin, 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.
Arvada
66.8
#1495 nationally
Champlin
76.2
#369 nationally
Champlin leads in crime level (3.2 vs 7.8). Arvada leads in walk score (35 vs 20). Champlin leads in cost of living index (112 vs 138).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arvada, CO | Champlin, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.8 (#1495) | 76.2 (#369) |
| Population | 121,414 | 22,856 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $605,230 | $379,177 |
| Median Household Income | $106,014 | $113,570 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 26.6 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+42.6 |
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66.8 Score
Arvada, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$605,230
Population
121,414
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
West
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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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