Mundelein, IL vs Springfield, OH
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.
Mundelein
77.1
#279 nationally
Springfield
74
#653 nationally
Mundelein leads in crime level (1.3 vs 37.6). Mundelein leads in median household income ($99,924 vs $45,113). Springfield leads in average commute (20.1 min vs 28.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mundelein, IL | Springfield, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#279) | 74 (#653) |
| Population | 31,790 | 58,082 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $393,636 | $190,008 |
| Median Household Income | $99,924 | $45,113 |
| Average Commute | 28.4 min | 20.1 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 1.3 | 37.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 84 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.8 | R+29.5 |
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77.1 Score
Mundelein, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$393,636
Population
31,790
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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74 Score
Springfield, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$190,008
Population
58,082
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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