Glenview, IL vs Walnut Creek, 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.
Glenview
68.7
#1292 nationally
Walnut Creek
61.4
#1910 nationally
Glenview leads in crime level (4.1 vs 7.7). Glenview leads in cost of living index (145 vs 197). Glenview leads in average commute (29.6 min vs 35.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Glenview, IL | Walnut Creek, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.7 (#1292) | 61.4 (#1910) |
| Population | 46,904 | 69,152 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $697,546 | $1,032,096 |
| Median Household Income | $134,910 | $129,971 |
| Average Commute | 29.6 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+38.0 |
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-
61.4 Score
Walnut Creek, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,032,096
Population
69,152
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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