Question 1

Is Schaumburg, IL or Springfield, IL safer?

Accepted Answer

Schaumburg, IL scores higher on safety. Schaumburg, IL has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate. Springfield, IL has violent crime rated High and property crime rated High.

Question 2

Is Schaumburg, IL or Springfield, IL more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Springfield, IL is more walkable. Schaumburg, IL has a Walk Score of 16/100 and Springfield, IL has a Walk Score of 61/100.

Question 3

Which has better schools, Schaumburg, IL or Springfield, IL?

Accepted Answer

Schaumburg, IL has higher-rated schools. Schaumburg, IL has a school rating of 7.1/10 and Springfield, IL has a rating of 6.6/10.

Question 4

Should I live in Schaumburg, IL or Springfield, IL?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Schaumburg, IL	Springfield, IL
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Think twice
Median Price	$316K	N/A
Median Rent	$2K	$604 ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$105K ✓ Higher income	$32K
Price Volatility	Low ✓ More stable	High
Getting Around
Walk Score	16/100	61/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	14/100	67/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	18/100	62/100 ✓ More bikeable
Commute	48 min ✓ Shorter commute	235 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+ ✓ Safer	F
Violent Crime	Moderate ✓ Lower risk	High
Property Crime	Moderate ✓ Lower risk	High
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good ✓ Cleaner air	Moderate
Community
Schools	7.1/10 ✓ Better schools	6.6/10
Best for	FamiliesCommuters to ChicagoRetirees seeking a quiet suburb	Budget rentersCollege studentsShort‑term commuters

Schaumburg, IL vs Springfield, IL

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