Mayfield Heights, 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.
Mayfield Heights
83.1
#16 nationally
Melrose Park
73.7
#688 nationally
Mayfield Heights leads in crime level (0.6 vs 8.3). Melrose Park leads in walk score (68 vs 47). Mayfield Heights leads in average commute (22.4 min vs 26.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mayfield Heights, OH | Melrose Park, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 83.1 (#16) | 73.7 (#688) |
| Population | 19,793 | 23,666 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $235,842 | $326,590 |
| Median Household Income | $59,423 | $64,400 |
| Average Commute | 22.4 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 0.6 | 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 |
B
83.1 Score
Mayfield Heights, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$235,842
Population
19,793
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
47
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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