Alexandria, VA vs Hoffman Estates, 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.
Alexandria
67.6
#1397 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 35). Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 6.0). Hoffman Estates leads in cost of living index (116 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 155,230 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+42.0 |
D+
67.6 Score
Alexandria, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$672,586
Population
155,230
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
Northeast
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C
73 Score
Hoffman Estates, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$412,578
Population
50,179
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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