Bothell, WA vs North Aurora, 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.
Bothell
65.7
#1610 nationally
North Aurora
73.3
#759 nationally
North Aurora leads in cost of living index (113 vs 162). Bothell leads in walk score (29 vs 21). Bothell leads in crime level (3.0 vs 3.7).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bothell, WA | North Aurora, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.7 (#1610) | 73.3 (#759) |
| Population | 50,213 | 19,022 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,015,871 | $409,737 |
| Median Household Income | $127,944 | $104,547 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 29.6 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 3.0 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 162 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+9.4 |
D
65.7 Score
Bothell, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,015,871
Population
50,213
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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C
73.3 Score
North Aurora, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,737
Population
19,022
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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