Dolton, IL vs Schaumburg, IL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Dolton
76.8
#308 nationally
Schaumburg
76.1
#384 nationally
Schaumburg leads in crime level (2.5 vs 11.2). Schaumburg leads in median household income ($92,818 vs $54,748). Schaumburg leads in average commute (28.1 min vs 37.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dolton, IL | Schaumburg, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#308) | 76.1 (#384) |
| Population | 20,410 | 75,750 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $158,114 | $364,930 |
| Median Household Income | $54,748 | $92,818 |
| Average Commute | 37.1 min | 28.1 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 2.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 114 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+42.0 |
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76.8 Score
Dolton, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$158,114
Population
20,410
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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76.1 Score
Schaumburg, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$364,930
Population
75,750
Crime
Low
Walk Score
43
Midwest
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