Cincinnati, OH vs Elmhurst, 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.
Cincinnati
72.8
#820 nationally
Elmhurst
73.4
#734 nationally
Elmhurst leads in median household income ($143,492 vs $46,094). Cincinnati leads in cost of living index (88 vs 135). Cincinnati leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 27.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Elmhurst, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 73.4 (#734) |
| Population | 311,097 | 45,336 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $647,169 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $143,492 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 27.8 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 48 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 1.6 |
| School Rating | 5.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 135 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+13.3 |
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72.8 Score
Cincinnati, OH
Queen City charm with renewed energy
Median Home
$251,326
Population
311,097
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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73.4 Score
Elmhurst, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$647,169
Population
45,336
Crime
Low
Walk Score
48
Midwest
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