Parma, OH vs West Chicago, 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.
Parma
82.7
#22 nationally
West Chicago
72.9
#817 nationally
Parma leads in crime level (3.3 vs 5.0). West Chicago leads in median household income ($92,335 vs $65,848). Parma leads in cost of living index (88 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Parma, OH | West Chicago, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 82.7 (#22) | 72.9 (#817) |
| Population | 78,951 | 25,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $220,070 | $395,522 |
| Median Household Income | $65,848 | $92,335 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 27.5 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+31.5 | D+13.3 |
B-
82.7 Score
Parma, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$220,070
Population
78,951
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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C-
72.9 Score
West Chicago, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$395,522
Population
25,116
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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