Evanston, IL vs Omaha, NE
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
Omaha
74.7
#567 nationally
Evanston leads in walk score (76 vs 43). Omaha leads in cost of living index (91 vs 131). Omaha leads in average commute (20.4 min vs 29 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Evanston, IL | Omaha, NE |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#562) | 74.7 (#567) |
| Population | 75,070 | 492,374 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $494,604 | $299,344 |
| Median Household Income | $93,188 | $65,562 |
| Average Commute | 29 min | 20.4 min |
| Walk Score | 76 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 3.9 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 131 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+10.2 |
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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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74.7 Score
Omaha, NE
Warren Buffett's hometown with heartland values
Median Home
$299,344
Population
492,374
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B+
Midwest
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