Maple Grove, MN vs Melrose, MA
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.
Maple Grove
75.5
#450 nationally
Melrose
67.3
#1438 nationally
Melrose leads in walk score (62 vs 13). Maple Grove leads in average commute (24.1 min vs 37.1 min). Maple Grove leads in cost of living index (119 vs 167).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Maple Grove, MN | Melrose, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#450) | 67.3 (#1438) |
| Population | 71,288 | 29,357 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $430,006 | $930,823 |
| Median Household Income | $127,001 | $126,305 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 37.1 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 3.1 | 2.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 167 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+39.5 |
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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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D+
67.3 Score
Melrose, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$930,823
Population
29,357
Crime
Low
Walk Score
62
Northeast
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