Elmhurst, IL vs Harker Heights, 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.
Elmhurst
73.4
#734 nationally
Harker Heights
76.3
#363 nationally
Elmhurst leads in crime level (1.6 vs 3.7). Elmhurst leads in median household income ($143,492 vs $72,258). Elmhurst leads in walk score (48 vs 27).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elmhurst, IL | Harker Heights, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#734) | 76.3 (#363) |
| Population | 45,336 | 34,447 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $647,169 | $300,567 |
| Median Household Income | $143,492 | $72,258 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | R+16.2 |
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73.4 Score
Elmhurst, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$647,169
Population
45,336
Crime
Low
Walk Score
48
Midwest
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76.3 Score
Harker Heights, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$300,567
Population
34,447
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Southwest
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