Gary, IN 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.
Gary
78.2
#190 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 13.5). Hoffman Estates leads in median household income ($107,428 vs $36,874). Gary leads in cost of living index (81 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gary, IN | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.2 (#190) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 67,652 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $88,085 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $36,874 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 27.4 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 13.5 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 81 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+42.0 |
C+
78.2 Score
Gary, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$88,085
Population
67,652
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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C
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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