North Aurora, IL vs Tustin, CA
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.
North Aurora
73.3
#759 nationally
Tustin
65.1
#1655 nationally
Tustin leads in walk score (51 vs 21). North Aurora leads in cost of living index (113 vs 182). North Aurora leads in crime level (3.7 vs 5.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | North Aurora, IL | Tustin, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.3 (#759) | 65.1 (#1655) |
| Population | 19,022 | 77,704 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $409,737 | $1,169,038 |
| Median Household Income | $104,547 | $102,065 |
| Average Commute | 29.6 min | 24.2 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 51 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 5.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 113 | 182 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.4 | D+2.6 |
C
73.3 Score
North Aurora, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,737
Population
19,022
Crime
Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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D
65.1 Score
Tustin, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,169,038
Population
77,704
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
51
Pacific
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