Champlin, MN vs Santa Cruz, CA
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
Santa Cruz
60.5
#1932 nationally
Champlin leads in crime level (3.2 vs 16.8). Santa Cruz leads in walk score (63 vs 20). Champlin leads in cost of living index (112 vs 205).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Santa Cruz, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 60.5 (#1932) |
| Population | 22,856 | 61,501 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $1,360,355 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $105,491 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 22.2 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 63 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 16.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 205 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+54.4 |
C
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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D-
60.5 Score
Santa Cruz, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,360,355
Population
61,501
Crime
High
Walk Score
63
Pacific
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