Berwyn, IL vs Grand Rapids, MI
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
Grand Rapids
73.4
#738 nationally
Berwyn leads in walk score (75 vs 52). Grand Rapids leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 30 min). Berwyn leads in median household income ($71,300 vs $54,789).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berwyn, IL | Grand Rapids, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#194) | 73.4 (#738) |
| Population | 54,414 | 201,013 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,912 | $311,699 |
| Median Household Income | $71,300 | $54,789 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 52 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+5.4 |
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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C
73.4 Score
Grand Rapids, MI
Beer City USA with West Michigan charm
Median Home
$311,699
Population
201,013
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Midwest
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