Solon, OH vs Wheaton, 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.
Solon
74.1
#640 nationally
Wheaton
75.2
#497 nationally
Wheaton leads in walk score (40 vs 12). Solon leads in median household income ($128,470 vs $113,523). Solon leads in cost of living index (114 vs 126).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Solon, OH | Wheaton, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#640) | 75.2 (#497) |
| Population | 23,702 | 52,938 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $470,327 | $518,505 |
| Median Household Income | $128,470 | $113,523 |
| Average Commute | 24.7 min | 26.5 min |
| Walk Score | 12 | 40 |
| Crime Level | 1.5 | 1.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 114 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+31.5 | D+13.3 |
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74.1 Score
Solon, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$470,327
Population
23,702
Crime
Low
Walk Score
12
Midwest
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75.2 Score
Wheaton, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$518,505
Population
52,938
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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