Maryland Heights, MO vs Oak Lawn, 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.
Maryland Heights
79.2
#138 nationally
Oak Lawn
76
#400 nationally
Oak Lawn leads in walk score (58 vs 26). Maryland Heights leads in average commute (20.8 min vs 31.8 min). Maryland Heights leads in cost of living index (97 vs 106).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Maryland Heights, MO | Oak Lawn, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.2 (#138) | 76 (#400) |
| Population | 27,575 | 55,734 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $266,232 | $301,108 |
| Median Household Income | $82,232 | $77,221 |
| Average Commute | 20.8 min | 31.8 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 4.6 | 4.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 106 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.4 | D+42.0 |
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79.2 Score
Maryland Heights, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$266,232
Population
27,575
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
26
Midwest
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76 Score
Oak Lawn, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$301,108
Population
55,734
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
58
Midwest
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