Skokie, IL vs Washington, DC
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
Washington
66.2
#1580 nationally
Skokie leads in crime level (5.6 vs 25.4). Skokie leads in cost of living index (120 vs 181). Washington leads in walk score (98 vs 68).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Skokie, IL | Washington, DC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.2 (#627) | 66.2 (#1580) |
| Population | 64,937 | 678,972 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $435,327 | $576,796 |
| Median Household Income | $91,892 | $101,722 |
| Average Commute | 27.4 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 68 | 98 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 25.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+86.1 |
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
66.2 Score
Washington, DC
Major District of Columbia city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$576,796
Population
678,972
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
98
Northeast
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