Kirkland, WA vs Mokena, 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.
Kirkland
68
#1358 nationally
Mokena
72.8
#832 nationally
Kirkland leads in walk score (51 vs 23). Kirkland leads in crime level (1.7 vs 2.8). Mokena leads in cost of living index (118 vs 179).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Kirkland, WA | Mokena, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68 (#1358) | 72.8 (#832) |
| Population | 91,194 | 19,759 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,212,741 | $461,660 |
| Median Household Income | $135,608 | $122,235 |
| Average Commute | 25.5 min | 31.7 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 1.7 | 2.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 179 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+1.6 |
D+
68 Score
Kirkland, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,212,741
Population
91,194
Crime
Low
Walk Score
51
Pacific
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C-
72.8 Score
Mokena, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$461,660
Population
19,759
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Midwest
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