Berwyn, IL vs Boston, MA
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.
Berwyn
78.1
#194 nationally
Boston
66.2
#1568 nationally
Berwyn leads in cost of living index (106 vs 155). Boston leads in median household income ($81,744 vs $71,300). Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 75).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berwyn, IL | Boston, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#194) | 66.2 (#1568) |
| Population | 54,414 | 684,379 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,912 | $787,763 |
| Median Household Income | $71,300 | $81,744 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 30.2 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 83 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+52.5 |
C+
78.1 Score
Berwyn, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$319,912
Population
54,414
Crime
Low
Walk Score
75
Midwest
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D
66.2 Score
Boston, MA
Innovation hub with historic charm
Median Home
$787,763
Population
684,379
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Northeast
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