Franklin, TN vs South Elgin, IL
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.
Franklin
66.7
#1510 nationally
South Elgin
75.4
#467 nationally
Franklin leads in crime level (3.6 vs 5.2). South Elgin leads in walk score (32 vs 23). South Elgin leads in cost of living index (112 vs 132).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, TN | South Elgin, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1510) | 75.4 (#467) |
| Population | 88,558 | 24,277 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $917,023 | $379,258 |
| Median Household Income | $106,592 | $118,293 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.6 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+32.4 | D+9.4 |
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66.7 Score
Franklin, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$917,023
Population
88,558
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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75.4 Score
South Elgin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$379,258
Population
24,277
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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