Ballwin, MO vs Glen Ellyn, 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.
Ballwin
75.7
#423 nationally
Glen Ellyn
74.7
#563 nationally
Glen Ellyn leads in walk score (50 vs 20). Ballwin leads in cost of living index (111 vs 136). Ballwin leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ballwin, MO | Glen Ellyn, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.7 (#423) | 74.7 (#563) |
| Population | 30,410 | 28,347 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $417,520 | $584,435 |
| Median Household Income | $118,647 | $128,132 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 30.1 min |
| Walk Score | 20 | 50 |
| Crime Level | 1.5 | 1.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 136 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+23.4 | D+13.3 |
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75.7 Score
Ballwin, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$417,520
Population
30,410
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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74.7 Score
Glen Ellyn, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$584,435
Population
28,347
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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