Bettendorf, IA vs Elk Grove Village, 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
Elk Grove Village
75
#510 nationally
Elk Grove Village leads in walk score (43 vs 29). Bettendorf leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 27.1 min). Bettendorf leads in crime level (2.9 vs 3.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bettendorf, IA | Elk Grove Village, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.3 (#131) | 75 (#510) |
| Population | 39,858 | 31,350 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $340,599 | $404,356 |
| Median Household Income | $100,570 | $93,832 |
| Average Commute | 19.6 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 3.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 115 |
| 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
75 Score
Elk Grove Village, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$404,356
Population
31,350
Crime
Low
Walk Score
43
Midwest
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