Elgin, IL vs New Brighton, MN
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
New Brighton
75.6
#440 nationally
New Brighton leads in crime level (2.5 vs 7.3). New Brighton leads in average commute (20.9 min vs 28.3 min). Elgin leads in walk score (43 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | New Brighton, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 75.6 (#440) |
| Population | 113,310 | 22,228 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $389,217 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $84,707 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 20.9 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 2.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+43.3 |
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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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75.6 Score
New Brighton, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$389,217
Population
22,228
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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