Des Plaines, IL vs Seal 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.
Des Plaines
76.4
#348 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Des Plaines leads in crime level (3.3 vs 13.2). Des Plaines leads in walk score (57 vs 41). Des Plaines leads in cost of living index (112 vs 149).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Des Plaines, IL | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.4 (#348) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 58,010 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $360,725 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $86,552 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 29.9 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 57 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+2.6 |
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76.4 Score
Des Plaines, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$360,725
Population
58,010
Crime
Low
Walk Score
57
Midwest
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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