Elgin, IL vs Fox Crossing, WI
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.
Elgin
72.8
#824 nationally
Fox Crossing leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 28.3 min). Elgin leads in median household income ($85,998 vs $70,664).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Fox Crossing, WI |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 113,310 | 18,947 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $70,664 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 16.9 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | N/A |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | N/A |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+4.8 |
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72.8 Score
Elgin, IL
Mid-size Illinois city with community character
Median Home
$343,260
Population
113,310
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Midwest
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Score
Fox Crossing, WI
Small Wisconsin city with local appeal
Population
18,947
Median Income
$70,664
Commute
16.9 min
Midwest
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