Skokie, IL vs Walnut, 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.
Skokie
74.2
#627 nationally
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Skokie leads in walk score (68 vs 32). Skokie leads in cost of living index (120 vs 197). Walnut leads in crime level (3.5 vs 5.6).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Skokie, IL | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.2 (#627) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 64,937 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $435,327 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $91,892 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 27.4 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 68 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+32.9 |
C
74.2 Score
Skokie, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$435,327
Population
64,937
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
68
Midwest
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D
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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