Berwyn, IL vs Sterling Heights, MI
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
Sterling Heights
72.7
#851 nationally
Berwyn leads in walk score (75 vs 33). Berwyn leads in crime level (3.3 vs 6.3). Sterling Heights leads in average commute (26 min vs 30 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berwyn, IL | Sterling Heights, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#194) | 72.7 (#851) |
| Population | 54,414 | 133,306 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,912 | $313,695 |
| Median Household Income | $71,300 | $75,381 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 26 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 6.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 101 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+13.7 |
C+
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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72.7 Score
Sterling Heights, MI
Mid-size Michigan city with community character
Median Home
$313,695
Population
133,306
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Midwest
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