North Chicago, IL vs St. Louis, MO
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.
North Chicago
79.5
#119 nationally
St. Louis
77
#293 nationally
St. Louis leads in walk score (62 vs 36). North Chicago leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 24.8 min). St. Louis leads in cost of living index (86 vs 95).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | North Chicago, IL | St. Louis, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.5 (#119) | 77 (#293) |
| Population | 30,416 | 293,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $226,134 | $188,569 |
| Median Household Income | $52,011 | $51,591 |
| Average Commute | 16.9 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 4.9 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 86 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.8 | D+64.7 |
C+
79.5 Score
North Chicago, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$226,134
Population
30,416
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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C+
77 Score
St. Louis, MO
Gateway to the West with urban charm
Median Home
$188,569
Population
293,310
Crime
High
Schools
C
Midwest
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