Berwyn, IL vs Plum, PA
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.
Berwyn
78.1
#194 nationally
Berwyn leads in walk score (75 vs 13). Plum leads in crime level (1.7 vs 3.3). Plum leads in median household income ($91,931 vs $71,300).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berwyn, IL | Plum, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 54,414 | 26,391 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,912 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $71,300 | $91,931 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 31.1 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 1.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+20.3 |
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78.1 Score
Berwyn, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$319,912
Population
54,414
Crime
Low
Walk Score
75
Midwest
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Score
Plum, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Population
26,391
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Median Income
$91,931
Northeast
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