Crystal Lake, IL 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.
Crystal Lake
74.8
#541 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Crystal Lake leads in crime level (2.9 vs 4.1). Hoffman Estates leads in walk score (35 vs 30). Crystal Lake leads in cost of living index (108 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Crystal Lake, IL | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.8 (#541) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 40,861 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $388,566 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $103,018 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.3 | D+42.0 |
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74.8 Score
Crystal Lake, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$388,566
Population
40,861
Crime
Low
Walk Score
30
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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