Berwyn, IL vs West Chester, 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
West Chester
70.2
#1128 nationally
Berwyn leads in crime level (3.3 vs 5.9). West Chester leads in average commute (22.1 min vs 30 min). Berwyn leads in cost of living index (106 vs 128).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berwyn, IL | West Chester, PA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#194) | 70.2 (#1128) |
| Population | 54,414 | 19,658 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,912 | $669,054 |
| Median Household Income | $71,300 | $71,875 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 22.1 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 74 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 5.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+14.5 |
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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70.2 Score
West Chester, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Median Home
$669,054
Population
19,658
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
74
Northeast
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