Des Plaines, IL vs Stamford, CT
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.
Des Plaines
76.4
#348 nationally
Stamford
68.1
#1350 nationally
Des Plaines leads in cost of living index (112 vs 138). Stamford leads in median household income ($99,654 vs $86,552). Stamford leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 29.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Des Plaines, IL | Stamford, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.4 (#348) | 68.1 (#1350) |
| Population | 58,010 | 135,892 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $360,725 | $728,197 |
| Median Household Income | $86,552 | $99,654 |
| Average Commute | 29.9 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 57 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | Moderate-Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 138 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | N/A |
C
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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D+
68.1 Score
Stamford, CT
Corporate headquarters with urban revival
Median Home
$728,197
Population
135,892
Crime
Moderate-Low
Schools
B
Northeast
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