Glen Ellyn, IL vs Waukegan, 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.
Glen Ellyn
74.7
#563 nationally
Waukegan
74.8
#557 nationally
Glen Ellyn leads in crime level (1.4 vs 12.2). Glen Ellyn leads in median household income ($128,132 vs $66,077). Waukegan leads in cost of living index (96 vs 136).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glen Ellyn, IL | Waukegan, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#563) | 74.8 (#557) |
| Population | 28,347 | 87,642 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $584,435 | $249,468 |
| Median Household Income | $128,132 | $66,077 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 26.9 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 49 |
| Crime Level | 1.4 | 12.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+20.8 |
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74.7 Score
Glen Ellyn, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$584,435
Population
28,347
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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74.8 Score
Waukegan, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$249,468
Population
87,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
49
Midwest
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