Eagan, MN vs Homer Glen, 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.
Eagan
76.8
#310 nationally
Homer Glen
71.4
#982 nationally
Homer Glen leads in crime level (0.4 vs 2.8). Eagan leads in walk score (41 vs 14). Eagan leads in average commute (23.2 min vs 36.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Eagan, MN | Homer Glen, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#310) | 71.4 (#982) |
| Population | 67,396 | 24,546 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $407,248 | $531,950 |
| Median Household Income | $104,101 | $130,235 |
| Average Commute | 23.2 min | 36.3 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 14 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 0.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 117 | 120 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.9 | D+1.6 |
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76.8 Score
Eagan, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$407,248
Population
67,396
Crime
Low
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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71.4 Score
Homer Glen, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$531,950
Population
24,546
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
14
Midwest
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