Deerfield, IL vs Orinda, 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.
Deerfield
75.8
#414 nationally
Orinda
60
#1942 nationally
Deerfield leads in walk score (36 vs 9). Deerfield leads in crime level (0.7 vs 1.6). Deerfield leads in cost of living index (146 vs 275).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Deerfield, IL | Orinda, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.8 (#414) | 60 (#1942) |
| Population | 18,884 | 19,364 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $662,331 | $1,987,799 |
| Median Household Income | $185,762 | $250,001 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 35.6 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 9 |
| Crime Level | 0.7 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 146 | 275 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.8 | D+38.0 |
C
75.8 Score
Deerfield, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$662,331
Population
18,884
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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D-
60 Score
Orinda, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,987,799
Population
19,364
Crime
Low
Walk Score
9
Pacific
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