Lisle, IL vs Waltham, MA
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.
Lisle
75.7
#427 nationally
Waltham
66.7
#1517 nationally
Lisle leads in crime level (1.2 vs 6.9). Waltham leads in walk score (57 vs 37). Lisle leads in cost of living index (124 vs 164).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lisle, IL | Waltham, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.7 (#427) | 66.7 (#1517) |
| Population | 23,222 | 64,477 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $438,465 | $831,292 |
| Median Household Income | $106,265 | $113,443 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 1.2 | 6.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 124 | 164 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+39.5 |
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75.7 Score
Lisle, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$438,465
Population
23,222
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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66.7 Score
Waltham, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$831,292
Population
64,477
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Northeast
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