Elmhurst, IL vs Park Forest, 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.
Elmhurst
73.4
#734 nationally
Park Forest
78.5
#177 nationally
Elmhurst leads in crime level (1.6 vs 7.8). Elmhurst leads in median household income ($143,492 vs $58,907). Elmhurst leads in walk score (48 vs 29).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elmhurst, IL | Park Forest, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#734) | 78.5 (#177) |
| Population | 45,336 | 20,763 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $647,169 | $160,865 |
| Median Household Income | $143,492 | $58,907 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 7.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+42.0 |
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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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78.5 Score
Park Forest, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$160,865
Population
20,763
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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