Ramsey, MN vs Rolling Meadows, IL
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.
Ramsey
73.8
#679 nationally
Rolling Meadows
77.3
#260 nationally
Rolling Meadows leads in walk score (42 vs 8). Ramsey leads in crime level (1.7 vs 2.7). Ramsey leads in median household income ($110,212 vs $91,287).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ramsey, MN | Rolling Meadows, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.8 (#679) | 77.3 (#260) |
| Population | 28,560 | 23,329 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $392,888 | $342,521 |
| Median Household Income | $110,212 | $91,287 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 26.6 min |
| Walk Score | 8 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 1.7 | 2.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+43.3 | D+42.0 |
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73.8 Score
Ramsey, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$392,888
Population
28,560
Crime
Low
Walk Score
8
Midwest
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77.3 Score
Rolling Meadows, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$342,521
Population
23,329
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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