Algonquin, IL vs Secaucus, NJ
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.
Algonquin
74.9
#526 nationally
Secaucus
63.9
#1733 nationally
Algonquin leads in crime level (1.6 vs 4.2). Algonquin leads in cost of living index (116 vs 153). Algonquin leads in average commute (32.8 min vs 33.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Algonquin, IL | Secaucus, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.9 (#526) | 63.9 (#1733) |
| Population | 30,134 | 21,005 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $422,303 | $672,685 |
| Median Household Income | $129,658 | $129,348 |
| Average Commute | 32.8 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 153 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.3 | D+28.1 |
Data coverage note: Secaucus is missing data for 1 metric that Algonquin has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
C
74.9 Score
Algonquin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$422,303
Population
30,134
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Midwest
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D
63.9 Score
Secaucus, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$672,685
Population
21,005
Crime
Moderate-Low
Median Income
$129,348
Northeast
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