Lakewood, OH vs Melrose Park, 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.
Lakewood
79.6
#114 nationally
Melrose Park
73.7
#688 nationally
Lakewood leads in crime level (3.9 vs 8.3). Lakewood leads in average commute (23.6 min vs 26.8 min). Lakewood leads in cost of living index (94 vs 102).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lakewood, OH | Melrose Park, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.6 (#114) | 73.7 (#688) |
| Population | 49,337 | 23,666 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $297,929 | $326,590 |
| Median Household Income | $63,299 | $64,400 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | 8.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+31.5 | D+42.0 |
C+
79.6 Score
Lakewood, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$297,929
Population
49,337
Crime
Low
Walk Score
70
Midwest
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C
73.7 Score
Melrose Park, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$326,590
Population
23,666
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
68
Midwest
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