Meridian, ID vs Montgomery, 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.
Meridian
69.5
#1197 nationally
Montgomery
75
#518 nationally
Meridian leads in walk score (26 vs 15). Meridian leads in average commute (22.1 min vs 33.7 min). Montgomery leads in crime level (3.2 vs 4.0).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Meridian, ID | Montgomery, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1197) | 75 (#518) |
| Population | 134,801 | 21,955 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $539,117 | $336,140 |
| Median Household Income | $93,296 | $105,240 |
| Average Commute | 22.1 min | 33.7 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 15 |
| Crime Level | 4.0 | 3.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 119 | 109 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+10.3 | D+1.5 |
D+
69.5 Score
Meridian, ID
Mid-size Idaho city with community character
Median Home
$539,117
Population
134,801
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
26
West
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C
75 Score
Montgomery, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$336,140
Population
21,955
Crime
Low
Walk Score
15
Midwest
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