Addison, IL vs Shawnee, KS
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
Shawnee
71.3
#1002 nationally
Addison leads in crime level (3.8 vs 7.6). Addison leads in walk score (47 vs 24). Shawnee leads in median household income ($100,649 vs $82,547).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Addison, IL | Shawnee, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.3 (#469) | 71.3 (#1002) |
| Population | 35,167 | 69,417 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $386,938 | $431,429 |
| Median Household Income | $82,547 | $100,649 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 7.6 |
| 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 | D+8.5 |
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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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71.3 Score
Shawnee, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$431,429
Population
69,417
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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