Chicago, IL vs Decatur, IL

Chicago, IL vs Decatur, IL: What the data shows

Chicago, IL is in Chicago, IL while Decatur, IL is in Decatur, IL — both in the same state. On home prices, Decatur, IL is the more affordable option at $119,000 median — $407,600 less than Chicago, IL's $526,600. WYLT rates Chicago, IL as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Decatur, IL as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Decatur, IL has the stronger safety profile of the two. Chicago, IL has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Decatur, IL has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Chicago, IL has Low flood risk and Decatur, IL has Low flood risk.

Chicago, IL is the more walkable neighborhood. Chicago, IL scores 92/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Decatur, IL's 8/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Chicago, IL has the higher school rating — Chicago, IL rates 7/10 and Decatur, IL rates 6/10.