Grayslake, IL vs Pickerington, OH
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.
Grayslake
76.3
#362 nationally
Pickerington
74.7
#568 nationally
Grayslake leads in crime level (1.8 vs 3.7). Grayslake leads in walk score (28 vs 19). Pickerington leads in average commute (26 min vs 28.7 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Grayslake, IL | Pickerington, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.3 (#362) | 74.7 (#568) |
| Population | 20,954 | 25,256 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $374,561 | $424,650 |
| Median Household Income | $110,662 | $114,573 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 26 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 19 |
| Crime Level | 1.8 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 106 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.8 | R+24.1 |
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76.3 Score
Grayslake, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$374,561
Population
20,954
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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74.7 Score
Pickerington, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$424,650
Population
25,256
Crime
Low
Walk Score
19
Midwest
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