Dover, NH vs Oak Forest, 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.
Dover
73.1
#782 nationally
Oak Forest
77.2
#270 nationally
Dover leads in crime level (1.3 vs 2.4). Dover leads in average commute (23.1 min vs 32.3 min). Oak Forest leads in cost of living index (104 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dover, NH | Oak Forest, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#782) | 77.2 (#270) |
| Population | 33,485 | 26,199 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,206 | $303,574 |
| Median Household Income | $90,844 | $89,758 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 1.3 | 2.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.1 | D+42.0 |
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73.1 Score
Dover, NH
Small New Hampshire city with local appeal
Median Home
$548,206
Population
33,485
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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77.2 Score
Oak Forest, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$303,574
Population
26,199
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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