Bolingbrook, IL vs Cornelius, NC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Bolingbrook
73.6
#695 nationally
Cornelius
71.7
#962 nationally
Cornelius leads in crime level (2.8 vs 5.0). Bolingbrook leads in walk score (34 vs 26). Cornelius leads in average commute (25.6 min vs 30.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bolingbrook, IL | Cornelius, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#695) | 71.7 (#962) |
| Population | 74,088 | 33,139 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $374,583 | $528,679 |
| Median Household Income | $102,057 | $107,969 |
| Average Commute | 30.3 min | 25.6 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 26 |
| Crime Level | 5.0 | 2.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 110 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+1.6 | D+32.9 |
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73.6 Score
Bolingbrook, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$374,583
Population
74,088
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Midwest
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71.7 Score
Cornelius, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$528,679
Population
33,139
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Southeast
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