Detroit, MI vs Elmwood Park, 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.
Detroit
77.3
#253 nationally
Elmwood Park
73.6
#698 nationally
Elmwood Park leads in crime level (4.6 vs 48.8). Elmwood Park leads in median household income ($75,784 vs $37,761). Detroit leads in cost of living index (82 vs 111).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Detroit, MI | Elmwood Park, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.3 (#253) | 73.6 (#698) |
| Population | 633,218 | 23,369 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $76,084 | $360,118 |
| Median Household Income | $37,761 | $75,784 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 33.4 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 48.8 | 4.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 82 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+29.0 | D+42.0 |
C+
77.3 Score
Detroit, MI
Major Michigan city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$76,084
Population
633,218
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
51
Midwest
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C
73.6 Score
Elmwood Park, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$360,118
Population
23,369
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
69
Midwest
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