Hoffman Estates, IL vs Orinda, 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.
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Orinda
60
#1942 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in walk score (35 vs 9). Orinda leads in crime level (1.6 vs 4.1). Hoffman Estates leads in cost of living index (116 vs 275).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hoffman Estates, IL | Orinda, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73 (#796) | 60 (#1942) |
| Population | 50,179 | 19,364 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $412,578 | $1,987,799 |
| Median Household Income | $107,428 | $250,001 |
| Average Commute | 29.4 min | 35.6 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 9 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 275 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+38.0 |
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
View Hoffman Estates, IL →
D-
60 Score
Orinda, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,987,799
Population
19,364
Crime
Low
Walk Score
9
Pacific
View Orinda, CA →
Try a different matchup
Swap Hoffman Estates for: