Independence, MO vs North Aurora, 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.
Independence
73.6
#702 nationally
North Aurora
73.3
#759 nationally
North Aurora leads in crime level (3.7 vs 15.6). North Aurora leads in median household income ($104,547 vs $57,415). Independence leads in walk score (28 vs 21).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | North Aurora, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 73.3 (#759) |
| Population | 120,922 | 19,022 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $409,737 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $104,547 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 29.6 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | D+9.4 |
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73.6 Score
Independence, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$214,173
Population
120,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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73.3 Score
North Aurora, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,737
Population
19,022
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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