Elgin, IL vs Millcreek, UT
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
Millcreek
71.5
#977 nationally
Millcreek leads in crime level (2.9 vs 7.3). Millcreek leads in average commute (20 min vs 28.3 min). Elgin leads in cost of living index (104 vs 129).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Millcreek, UT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 71.5 (#977) |
| Population | 113,310 | 62,205 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $640,335 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $88,186 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 20 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 2.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+10.2 |
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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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71.5 Score
Millcreek, UT
Utah community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$640,335
Population
62,205
Crime
Low
Walk Score
46
West
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