Rock Island, 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.
Rock Island
81.7
#39 nationally
St. Louis
77
#293 nationally
St. Louis leads in walk score (62 vs 44). Rock Island leads in average commute (19.2 min vs 24.8 min). Rock Island leads in median household income ($55,732 vs $51,591).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Rock Island, IL | St. Louis, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 81.7 (#39) | 77 (#293) |
| Population | 36,132 | 293,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $129,626 | $188,569 |
| Median Household Income | $55,732 | $51,591 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 14.9 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 86 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.6 | D+64.7 |
B-
81.7 Score
Rock Island, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$129,626
Population
36,132
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
44
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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