Ankeny, IA 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.
Ankeny
77.6
#226 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Ankeny leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 29.4 min). Ankeny leads in cost of living index (105 vs 116). Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 4.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ankeny, IA | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.6 (#226) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 74,458 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $341,196 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $101,151 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.9 | D+42.0 |
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77.6 Score
Ankeny, IA
Iowa community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$341,196
Population
74,458
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Midwest
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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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