Michigan City, IN vs Normal, 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.
Michigan City
79.2
#139 nationally
Normal
76.8
#316 nationally
Normal leads in average commute (17.2 min vs 21.9 min). Normal leads in median household income ($63,965 vs $51,554). Michigan City leads in cost of living index (86 vs 97).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Michigan City, IN | Normal, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.2 (#139) | 76.8 (#316) |
| Population | 31,659 | 52,618 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $194,167 | $269,069 |
| Median Household Income | $51,554 | $63,965 |
| Average Commute | 21.9 min | 17.2 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 40 |
| Crime Level | 8.0 | 9.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 86 | 97 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+14.1 | D+4.9 |
C+
79.2 Score
Michigan City, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$194,167
Population
31,659
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Midwest
View Michigan City, IN →
C
76.8 Score
Normal, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$269,069
Population
52,618
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
40
Midwest
View Normal, IL →
Try a different matchup
Swap Michigan City for: