Lincoln, CA vs Streamwood, 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.
Lincoln
72.8
#830 nationally
Streamwood
76.8
#319 nationally
Lincoln leads in walk score (84 vs 36). Streamwood leads in cost of living index (110 vs 153). Lincoln leads in crime level (2.6 vs 3.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lincoln, CA | Streamwood, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#830) | 76.8 (#319) |
| Population | 54,538 | 37,780 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $645,264 | $336,661 |
| Median Household Income | $99,434 | $94,951 |
| Average Commute | 29.3 min | 29.3 min |
| Walk Score | 84 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 2.6 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 153 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+8.5 | D+42.0 |
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72.8 Score
Lincoln, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$645,264
Population
54,538
Crime
Low
Walk Score
84
Pacific
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76.8 Score
Streamwood, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$336,661
Population
37,780
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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