Glenview, IL vs Oswego, 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.
Glenview
68.7
#1292 nationally
Oswego
75.2
#488 nationally
Oswego leads in crime level (0.9 vs 4.1). Glenview leads in walk score (39 vs 24). Oswego leads in cost of living index (112 vs 145).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glenview, IL | Oswego, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.7 (#1292) | 75.2 (#488) |
| Population | 46,904 | 37,074 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $697,546 | $426,221 |
| Median Household Income | $134,910 | $112,109 |
| Average Commute | 29.6 min | 31.1 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 0.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+1.5 |
D+
68.7 Score
Glenview, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$697,546
Population
46,904
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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75.2 Score
Oswego, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$426,221
Population
37,074
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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