South Portland, ME vs Streamwood, 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.
South Portland
73.1
#793 nationally
Streamwood
76.8
#319 nationally
South Portland leads in crime level (1.7 vs 3.5). South Portland leads in average commute (18.5 min vs 29.3 min). South Portland leads in walk score (44 vs 36).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | South Portland, ME | Streamwood, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#793) | 76.8 (#319) |
| Population | 26,840 | 37,780 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $532,834 | $336,661 |
| Median Household Income | $82,489 | $94,951 |
| Average Commute | 18.5 min | 29.3 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 1.7 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 118 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+36.3 | D+42.0 |
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73.1 Score
South Portland, ME
Small Maine city with local appeal
Median Home
$532,834
Population
26,840
Crime
Low
Walk Score
44
Northeast
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76.8 Score
Streamwood, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$336,661
Population
37,780
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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