Evanston, IL vs Independence, KY
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.
Evanston
74.7
#562 nationally
Independence
77
#288 nationally
Evanston leads in walk score (76 vs 11). Independence leads in crime level (0.7 vs 3.9). Independence leads in cost of living index (96 vs 131).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Evanston, IL | Independence, KY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#562) | 77 (#288) |
| Population | 75,070 | 29,503 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $494,604 | $331,613 |
| Median Household Income | $93,188 | $92,355 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 76 | 11 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | 0.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 131 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+21.7 |
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74.7 Score
Evanston, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$494,604
Population
75,070
Crime
Low
Walk Score
76
Midwest
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77 Score
Independence, KY
Small Kentucky city with local appeal
Median Home
$331,613
Population
29,503
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
11
Southeast
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