Salem, MA vs Skokie, 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.
Salem
68.6
#1307 nationally
Skokie
74.2
#627 nationally
Salem leads in crime level (4.2 vs 5.6). Skokie leads in median household income ($91,892 vs $79,196). Skokie leads in cost of living index (120 vs 135).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Salem, MA | Skokie, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.6 (#1307) | 74.2 (#627) |
| Population | 44,744 | 64,937 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $614,321 | $435,327 |
| Median Household Income | $79,196 | $91,892 |
| Average Commute | 30.6 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 4.2 | 5.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 120 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+42.0 |
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68.6 Score
Salem, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$614,321
Population
44,744
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
70
Northeast
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74.2 Score
Skokie, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$435,327
Population
64,937
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
68
Midwest
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