Elgin, IL vs Richardson, TX
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
Richardson
73
#801 nationally
Richardson leads in crime level (4.0 vs 7.3). Richardson leads in average commute (23.7 min vs 28.3 min). Elgin leads in cost of living index (104 vs 117).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Richardson, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 73 (#801) |
| Population | 113,310 | 117,435 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $445,040 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $94,362 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 23.7 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 4.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 117 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+22.2 |
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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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73 Score
Richardson, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$445,040
Population
117,435
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Southwest
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