Edina, MN 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.
Edina
73.1
#783 nationally
Oak Forest
77.2
#270 nationally
Edina leads in average commute (21 min vs 32.3 min). Edina leads in median household income ($125,506 vs $89,758). Oak Forest leads in cost of living index (104 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Edina, MN | Oak Forest, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#783) | 77.2 (#270) |
| Population | 53,348 | 26,199 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $631,926 | $303,574 |
| Median Household Income | $125,506 | $89,758 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 2.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+42.0 |
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73.1 Score
Edina, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$631,926
Population
53,348
Crime
Low
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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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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