Brunswick, OH vs Evanston, 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.
Brunswick
75.3
#471 nationally
Evanston
74.7
#562 nationally
Evanston leads in walk score (76 vs 22). Brunswick leads in crime level (1.8 vs 3.9). Brunswick leads in cost of living index (96 vs 131).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brunswick, OH | Evanston, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.3 (#471) | 74.7 (#562) |
| Population | 35,072 | 75,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $323,713 | $494,604 |
| Median Household Income | $81,780 | $93,188 |
| Average Commute | 27.6 min | 29 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 76 |
| Crime Level | 1.8 | 3.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 131 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+24.8 | D+42.0 |
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75.3 Score
Brunswick, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,713
Population
35,072
Crime
Low
Walk Score
22
Midwest
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74.7 Score
Evanston, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$494,604
Population
75,070
Crime
Low
Walk Score
76
Midwest
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