Champlin, MN vs Waxhaw, NC
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
Waxhaw
65.9
#1604 nationally
Waxhaw leads in crime level (1.6 vs 3.2). Champlin leads in average commute (26.6 min vs 31.3 min). Champlin leads in cost of living index (112 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Champlin, MN | Waxhaw, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.2 (#369) | 65.9 (#1604) |
| Population | 22,856 | 23,073 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $379,177 | $717,174 |
| Median Household Income | $113,570 | $124,711 |
| Average Commute | 26.6 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 125 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | R+25.3 |
Data coverage note: Waxhaw is missing data for 1 metric that Champlin has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
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
65.9 Score
Waxhaw, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$717,174
Population
23,073
Crime
Low
Median Income
$124,711
Southeast
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