Normal, IL vs West Mifflin, PA
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 Mifflin
77.3
#264 nationally
Normal leads in average commute (17.2 min vs 29.4 min). Normal leads in walk score (40 vs 24). Normal leads in crime level (9.0 vs 10.4).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Normal, IL | West Mifflin, PA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#316) | 77.3 (#264) |
| Population | 52,618 | 18,916 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $269,069 | $161,655 |
| Median Household Income | $63,965 | $64,314 |
| Average Commute | 17.2 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 9.0 | 10.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+4.9 | D+20.3 |
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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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77.3 Score
West Mifflin, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Median Home
$161,655
Population
18,916
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
24
Northeast
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