Oak Forest, IL vs West Chicago, 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.
Oak Forest
77.2
#270 nationally
West Chicago
72.9
#817 nationally
Oak Forest leads in crime level (2.4 vs 5.0). West Chicago leads in average commute (27.5 min vs 32.3 min). Oak Forest leads in cost of living index (104 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oak Forest, IL | West Chicago, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.2 (#270) | 72.9 (#817) |
| Population | 26,199 | 25,116 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $303,574 | $395,522 |
| Median Household Income | $89,758 | $92,335 |
| Average Commute | 32.3 min | 27.5 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 2.4 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+13.3 |
C+
77.2 Score
Oak Forest, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$303,574
Population
26,199
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Midwest
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C-
72.9 Score
West Chicago, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$395,522
Population
25,116
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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