Elgin, IL vs Lathrop, CA
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
Lathrop
61.6
#1896 nationally
Elgin leads in average commute (28.3 min vs 42.9 min). Elgin leads in walk score (43 vs 29). Elgin leads in cost of living index (104 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Lathrop, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 61.6 (#1896) |
| Population | 113,310 | 39,857 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $632,887 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $108,732 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 42.9 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 8.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 142 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+0.9 |
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-
61.6 Score
Lathrop, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$632,887
Population
39,857
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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