Elyria, OH vs Hoffman Estates, IL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Elyria
77.7
#221 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in median household income ($107,428 vs $49,569). Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 8.0). Elyria leads in cost of living index (86 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elyria, OH | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.7 (#221) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 53,117 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $190,886 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $49,569 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 22.8 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 8.0 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 86 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.7 | D+42.0 |
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77.7 Score
Elyria, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$190,886
Population
53,117
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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73 Score
Hoffman Estates, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$412,578
Population
50,179
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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