Darien, IL vs Hoffman Estates, IL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Darien
75.1
#500 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Darien leads in crime level (1.1 vs 4.1). Hoffman Estates leads in cost of living index (116 vs 122). Darien leads in median household income ($110,546 vs $107,428).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Darien, IL | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.1 (#500) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 21,698 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $463,450 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $110,546 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 29.7 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 1.1 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+42.0 |
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75.1 Score
Darien, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$463,450
Population
21,698
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
35
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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