Glenview, IL vs Placentia, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Glenview
68.7
#1292 nationally
Placentia
62.2
#1868 nationally
Glenview leads in crime level (4.1 vs 9.8). Placentia leads in walk score (50 vs 39). Glenview leads in median household income ($134,910 vs $106,155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glenview, IL | Placentia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.7 (#1292) | 62.2 (#1868) |
| Population | 46,904 | 52,192 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $697,546 | $1,113,465 |
| Median Household Income | $134,910 | $106,155 |
| Average Commute | 29.6 min | 30.1 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 50 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 9.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 174 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+2.6 |
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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D-
62.2 Score
Placentia, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,113,465
Population
52,192
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
50
Pacific
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