Edina, MN vs Lake in the Hills, 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.
Edina
73.1
#783 nationally
Lake in the Hills
73.8
#674 nationally
Edina leads in walk score (37 vs 20). Edina leads in average commute (21 min vs 33.7 min). Lake in the Hills leads in cost of living index (111 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Edina, MN | Lake in the Hills, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#783) | 73.8 (#674) |
| Population | 53,348 | 28,661 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $631,926 | $383,677 |
| Median Household Income | $125,506 | $110,988 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 33.7 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | R+5.3 |
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73.1 Score
Edina, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$631,926
Population
53,348
Crime
Low
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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73.8 Score
Lake in the Hills, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$383,677
Population
28,661
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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