Champlin, MN vs Gary, IN
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.
Champlin
76.2
#369 nationally
Gary
78.2
#190 nationally
Champlin leads in crime level (3.2 vs 13.5). Champlin leads in median household income ($113,570 vs $36,874). Gary leads in walk score (32 vs 20).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Gary, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 78.2 (#190) |
| Population | 22,856 | 67,652 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $88,085 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $36,874 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 13.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 81 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+5.6 |
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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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78.2 Score
Gary, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$88,085
Population
67,652
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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