Columbus, IN vs West 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.
Columbus
81.7
#37 nationally
West Chicago
72.9
#817 nationally
Columbus leads in crime level (0.4 vs 5.0). Columbus leads in average commute (18.1 min vs 27.5 min). West Chicago leads in walk score (38 vs 29).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, IN | West Chicago, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.7 (#37) | 72.9 (#817) |
| Population | 51,522 | 25,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $281,533 | $395,522 |
| Median Household Income | $75,114 | $92,335 |
| Average Commute | 18.1 min | 27.5 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 0.4 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.3 | D+13.3 |
B-
81.7 Score
Columbus, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$281,533
Population
51,522
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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C-
72.9 Score
West Chicago, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$395,522
Population
25,116
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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