Mansfield, OH vs North Chicago, 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.
Mansfield
77.2
#268 nationally
North Chicago
79.5
#119 nationally
North Chicago leads in median household income ($52,011 vs $36,892). Mansfield leads in cost of living index (76 vs 95). Mansfield leads in walk score (42 vs 36).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mansfield, OH | North Chicago, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.2 (#268) | 79.5 (#119) |
| Population | 46,824 | 30,416 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $154,902 | $226,134 |
| Median Household Income | $36,892 | $52,011 |
| Average Commute | 19.4 min | 16.9 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 36 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 4.9 |
| School Rating | 4.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 76 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+42.3 | D+20.8 |
C+
77.2 Score
Mansfield, OH
Small-town Ohio affordability
Median Home
$154,902
Population
46,824
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Midwest
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79.5 Score
North Chicago, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$226,134
Population
30,416
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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