Bettendorf, IA vs Calumet City, 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.
Bettendorf
79.3
#131 nationally
Calumet City
78.4
#179 nationally
Bettendorf leads in crime level (2.9 vs 11.2). Calumet City leads in walk score (55 vs 29). Bettendorf leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 34.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bettendorf, IA | Calumet City, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.3 (#131) | 78.4 (#179) |
| Population | 39,858 | 34,358 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $340,599 | $156,808 |
| Median Household Income | $100,570 | $56,727 |
| Average Commute | 19.6 min | 34.8 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 55 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.9 | D+42.0 |
C+
79.3 Score
Bettendorf, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$340,599
Population
39,858
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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C+
78.4 Score
Calumet City, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$156,808
Population
34,358
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
55
Midwest
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