Elgin, IL vs Jupiter, FL
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
Jupiter
67.2
#1453 nationally
Jupiter leads in crime level (3.4 vs 7.3). Jupiter leads in average commute (22 min vs 28.3 min). Elgin leads in cost of living index (104 vs 133).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Jupiter, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 67.2 (#1453) |
| Population | 113,310 | 61,291 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $700,734 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $105,413 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 22 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 3.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 133 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+0.8 |
Data coverage note: Jupiter is missing data for 1 metric that Elgin has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
C-
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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D+
67.2 Score
Jupiter, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$700,734
Population
61,291
Crime
Low
Median Income
$105,413
Southeast
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