Keller, TX vs Lake Forest, 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.
Keller
71.9
#948 nationally
Lake Forest
66.3
#1557 nationally
Lake Forest leads in crime level (0.6 vs 2.1). Keller leads in cost of living index (134 vs 178). Keller leads in walk score (23 vs 18).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Keller, TX | Lake Forest, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.9 (#948) | 66.3 (#1557) |
| Population | 46,316 | 19,354 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $654,648 | $1,246,873 |
| Median Household Income | $162,094 | $202,153 |
| Average Commute | 28.5 min | 34.5 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 18 |
| Crime Level | 2.1 | 0.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 178 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.1 | D+20.8 |
C-
71.9 Score
Keller, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$654,648
Population
46,316
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Southwest
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D
66.3 Score
Lake Forest, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,246,873
Population
19,354
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
18
Midwest
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