Algonquin, IL vs Glen Ellyn, 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.
Algonquin
74.9
#526 nationally
Glen Ellyn
74.7
#563 nationally
Glen Ellyn leads in walk score (50 vs 26). Algonquin leads in cost of living index (116 vs 136). Glen Ellyn leads in crime level (1.4 vs 1.6).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Algonquin, IL | Glen Ellyn, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.9 (#526) | 74.7 (#563) |
| Population | 30,134 | 28,347 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $422,303 | $584,435 |
| Median Household Income | $129,658 | $128,132 |
| Average Commute | 32.8 min | 30.1 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 50 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 136 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.3 | D+13.3 |
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74.9 Score
Algonquin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$422,303
Population
30,134
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Midwest
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74.7 Score
Glen Ellyn, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$584,435
Population
28,347
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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