Edina, MN vs Wheaton, 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
Wheaton
75.2
#497 nationally
Wheaton leads in crime level (1.4 vs 2.0). Edina leads in average commute (21 min vs 26.5 min). Wheaton leads in cost of living index (126 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Edina, MN | Wheaton, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#783) | 75.2 (#497) |
| Population | 53,348 | 52,938 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $631,926 | $518,505 |
| Median Household Income | $125,506 | $113,523 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 26.5 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 40 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 1.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+13.3 |
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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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75.2 Score
Wheaton, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$518,505
Population
52,938
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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