Cincinnati, OH 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.
Cincinnati
72.8
#820 nationally
Elk Grove Village
75
#510 nationally
Elk Grove Village leads in median household income ($93,832 vs $46,094). Cincinnati leads in cost of living index (88 vs 115). Cincinnati leads in walk score (50 vs 43).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Elk Grove Village, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 75 (#510) |
| Population | 311,097 | 31,350 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $404,356 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $93,832 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 43 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 3.3 |
| School Rating | 5.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+42.0 |
C-
72.8 Score
Cincinnati, OH
Queen City charm with renewed energy
Median Home
$251,326
Population
311,097
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
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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