Baldwin, PA 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.
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 6.7). Hoffman Estates leads in median household income ($107,428 vs $75,139). Hoffman Estates leads in walk score (35 vs 27).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baldwin, PA | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,708 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $75,139 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 27 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 6.7 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+42.0 |
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Score
Baldwin, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Population
20,708
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Median Income
$75,139
Northeast
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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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