Addison, IL vs Northfield, MN
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.
Addison
75.3
#469 nationally
Northfield
73.6
#708 nationally
Addison leads in walk score (47 vs 31). Northfield leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 25.7 min). Addison leads in crime level (3.8 vs 4.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Addison, IL | Northfield, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.3 (#469) | 73.6 (#708) |
| Population | 35,167 | 21,020 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $386,938 | $396,746 |
| Median Household Income | $82,547 | $83,125 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 110 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | R+2.5 |
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75.3 Score
Addison, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$386,938
Population
35,167
Crime
Low
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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73.6 Score
Northfield, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$396,746
Population
21,020
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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