Huntley, IL vs Waterloo, IA
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.
Huntley
71.2
#1006 nationally
Waterloo
81.8
#36 nationally
Huntley leads in crime level (0.8 vs 13.0). Waterloo leads in walk score (37 vs 13). Waterloo leads in average commute (16.5 min vs 31.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Huntley, IL | Waterloo, IA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.2 (#1006) | 81.8 (#36) |
| Population | 28,269 | 66,606 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $429,595 | $149,005 |
| Median Household Income | $83,357 | $54,104 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 16.5 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 13.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 88 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.3 | D+1.2 |
C-
71.2 Score
Huntley, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$429,595
Population
28,269
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
13
Midwest
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B-
81.8 Score
Waterloo, IA
Iowa community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$149,005
Population
66,606
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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