Carmel, IN vs Northbrook, 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.
Carmel
74.5
#579 nationally
Northbrook
77.2
#269 nationally
Northbrook leads in walk score (83 vs 28). Carmel leads in cost of living index (108 vs 152). Northbrook leads in median household income ($150,236 vs $121,400).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carmel, IN | Northbrook, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.5 (#579) | 77.2 (#269) |
| Population | 104,776 | 33,977 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $580,014 | $718,284 |
| Median Household Income | $121,400 | $150,236 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 83 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 0.5 |
| School Rating | 9 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 152 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.1 | D+42.0 |
C
74.5 Score
Carmel, IN
Award-winning city planning meets Midwestern charm
Median Home
$580,014
Population
104,776
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
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C+
77.2 Score
Northbrook, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$718,284
Population
33,977
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
83
Midwest
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