Edina, MN 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.
Edina
73.1
#783 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Edina leads in crime level (2.0 vs 4.1). Edina leads in average commute (21 min vs 29.4 min). Hoffman Estates leads in cost of living index (116 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Edina, MN | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#783) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 53,348 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $631,926 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $125,506 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 21 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+42.0 |
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73.1 Score
Edina, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$631,926
Population
53,348
Crime
Low
Walk Score
37
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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