Elmhurst, IL vs Milpitas, 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.
Elmhurst
73.4
#734 nationally
Milpitas
64
#1724 nationally
Elmhurst leads in crime level (1.6 vs 8.6). Elmhurst leads in cost of living index (135 vs 217). Milpitas leads in median household income ($166,769 vs $143,492).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elmhurst, IL | Milpitas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#734) | 64 (#1724) |
| Population | 45,336 | 77,321 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $647,169 | $1,424,179 |
| Median Household Income | $143,492 | $166,769 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 26.6 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 8.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 217 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+40.0 |
C
73.4 Score
Elmhurst, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$647,169
Population
45,336
Crime
Low
Walk Score
48
Midwest
View Elmhurst, IL →
D
64 Score
Milpitas, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,424,179
Population
77,321
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
Pacific
View Milpitas, CA →