Normal, IL vs West Allis, WI
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.
Normal
76.8
#316 nationally
West Allis
76.9
#303 nationally
West Allis leads in walk score (60 vs 40). West Allis leads in crime level (7.0 vs 9.0). Normal leads in average commute (17.2 min vs 21.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Normal, IL | West Allis, WI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#316) | 76.9 (#303) |
| Population | 52,618 | 58,874 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $269,069 | $282,060 |
| Median Household Income | $63,965 | $64,888 |
| Average Commute | 17.2 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 60 |
| Crime Level | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+4.9 | D+38.5 |
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76.8 Score
Normal, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$269,069
Population
52,618
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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76.9 Score
West Allis, WI
Wisconsin community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$282,060
Population
58,874
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
60
Midwest
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