Glen Ellyn, IL vs Mountain View, CA
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.
Glen Ellyn
74.7
#563 nationally
Mountain View
63.3
#1779 nationally
Glen Ellyn leads in crime level (1.4 vs 8.4). Glen Ellyn leads in cost of living index (136 vs 285). Mountain View leads in median household income ($174,156 vs $128,132).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glen Ellyn, IL | Mountain View, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#563) | 63.3 (#1779) |
| Population | 28,347 | 81,785 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $584,435 | $1,962,774 |
| Median Household Income | $128,132 | $174,156 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 24.2 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 66 |
| Crime Level | 1.4 | 8.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 285 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+40.0 |
C
74.7 Score
Glen Ellyn, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$584,435
Population
28,347
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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D
63.3 Score
Mountain View, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,962,774
Population
81,785
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
66
Pacific
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