Northbrook, IL vs Plainfield, 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.
Northbrook
77.2
#269 nationally
Plainfield
74.9
#535 nationally
Northbrook leads in walk score (83 vs 20). Northbrook leads in crime level (0.5 vs 1.6). Plainfield leads in cost of living index (124 vs 152).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Northbrook, IL | Plainfield, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.2 (#269) | 74.9 (#535) |
| Population | 33,977 | 47,448 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $718,284 | $432,279 |
| Median Household Income | $150,236 | $143,064 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 0.5 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 152 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+1.6 |
C+
77.2 Score
Northbrook, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$718,284
Population
33,977
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
83
Midwest
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C
74.9 Score
Plainfield, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$432,279
Population
47,448
Crime
Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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