Northbrook, IL vs Savage, MN
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
Savage
75
#524 nationally
Northbrook leads in crime level (0.5 vs 2.1). Northbrook leads in walk score (83 vs 22). Savage leads in cost of living index (119 vs 152).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Northbrook, IL | Savage, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.2 (#269) | 75 (#524) |
| Population | 33,977 | 32,999 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $718,284 | $432,260 |
| Median Household Income | $150,236 | $123,069 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 0.5 | 2.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 152 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+8.5 |
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
75 Score
Savage, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$432,260
Population
32,999
Crime
Low
Walk Score
22
Midwest
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