Lafayette, CO 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.
Lafayette
67
#1472 nationally
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Lafayette leads in walk score (42 vs 13). Maple Grove leads in crime level (3.1 vs 7.5). Maple Grove leads in cost of living index (119 vs 143).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lafayette, CO | Maple Grove, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1472) | 75.5 (#450) |
| Population | 30,439 | 71,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,615 | $430,006 |
| Median Household Income | $105,819 | $127,001 |
| Average Commute | 24.5 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 143 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | D+42.6 |
D+
67 Score
Lafayette, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$672,615
Population
30,439
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
West
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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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