Central Falls, RI vs North Chicago, 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.
Central Falls
71.2
#1004 nationally
North Chicago
79.5
#119 nationally
Central Falls leads in walk score (81 vs 36). North Chicago leads in crime level (4.9 vs 8.9). North Chicago leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 24.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central Falls, RI | North Chicago, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.2 (#1004) | 79.5 (#119) |
| Population | 22,543 | 30,416 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $383,271 | $226,134 |
| Median Household Income | $43,092 | $52,011 |
| Average Commute | 24.3 min | 16.9 min |
| Walk Score | 81 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 8.9 | 4.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.4 | D+20.8 |
C-
71.2 Score
Central Falls, RI
Small Rhode Island city with local appeal
Median Home
$383,271
Population
22,543
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
81
Northeast
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C+
79.5 Score
North Chicago, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$226,134
Population
30,416
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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