Alhambra, CA vs Elgin, 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.
Alhambra
63.8
#1735 nationally
Elgin
72.8
#824 nationally
Alhambra leads in walk score (71 vs 43). Elgin leads in cost of living index (104 vs 169). Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 7.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Elgin, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 72.8 (#824) |
| Population | 79,776 | 113,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $343,260 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $85,998 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 28.3 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 7.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+42.0 |
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63.8 Score
Alhambra, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$927,695
Population
79,776
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
Pacific
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72.8 Score
Elgin, IL
Mid-size Illinois city with community character
Median Home
$343,260
Population
113,310
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Midwest
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