Midland, TX vs Palatine, 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.
Midland
74.1
#638 nationally
Palatine
74.6
#575 nationally
Palatine leads in crime level (1.8 vs 10.0). Midland leads in average commute (19.9 min vs 28.7 min). Midland leads in cost of living index (108 vs 115).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Midland, TX | Palatine, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#638) | 74.6 (#575) |
| Population | 138,397 | 64,869 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $332,692 | $396,744 |
| Median Household Income | $90,448 | $93,383 |
| Average Commute | 19.9 min | 28.7 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 10.0 | 1.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+60.5 | D+42.0 |
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74.1 Score
Midland, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$332,692
Population
138,397
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
42
Southwest
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74.6 Score
Palatine, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$396,744
Population
64,869
Crime
Low
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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