Elmhurst, IL vs Libertyville, 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.
Elmhurst
73.4
#734 nationally
Libertyville
74.2
#619 nationally
Elmhurst leads in crime level (1.6 vs 2.3). Elmhurst leads in walk score (48 vs 39). Libertyville leads in median household income ($161,302 vs $143,492).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elmhurst, IL | Libertyville, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#734) | 74.2 (#619) |
| Population | 45,336 | 20,332 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $647,169 | $631,384 |
| Median Household Income | $143,492 | $161,302 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 2.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 134 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+20.8 |
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73.4 Score
Elmhurst, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$647,169
Population
45,336
Crime
Low
Walk Score
48
Midwest
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74.2 Score
Libertyville, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$631,384
Population
20,332
Crime
Low
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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