Berwyn, IL vs Long Beach, CA
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
Long Beach
62.3
#1863 nationally
Berwyn leads in cost of living index (106 vs 142). Berwyn leads in walk score (75 vs 67). Long Beach leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 30 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Berwyn, IL | Long Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#194) | 62.3 (#1863) |
| Population | 54,414 | 466,742 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,912 | $860,012 |
| Median Household Income | $71,300 | $69,471 |
| Average Commute | 30 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 75 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 142 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+32.9 |
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-
62.3 Score
Long Beach, CA
Aquatic playground of Southern California
Median Home
$860,012
Population
466,742
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Pacific
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