Evanston, IL vs Northfield, MN
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
Northfield
73.6
#708 nationally
Evanston leads in walk score (76 vs 31). Northfield leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 29 min). Northfield leads in cost of living index (105 vs 131).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Evanston, IL | Northfield, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#562) | 73.6 (#708) |
| Population | 75,070 | 21,020 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $494,604 | $396,746 |
| Median Household Income | $93,188 | $83,125 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 76 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 131 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+2.5 |
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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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73.6 Score
Northfield, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$396,746
Population
21,020
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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