Franklin, IN 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.
Franklin
77.5
#241 nationally
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Franklin leads in walk score (27 vs 13). Maple Grove leads in median household income ($127,001 vs $72,344). Franklin leads in crime level (2.3 vs 3.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, IN | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.5 (#241) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 25,908 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $286,166 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $72,344 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 24.2 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 2.3 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+34.3 | D+42.6 |
C+
77.5 Score
Franklin, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$286,166
Population
25,908
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Midwest
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C
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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