Alton, IL vs Hoffman Estates, 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.
Alton
77.1
#275 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 26.4). Hoffman Estates leads in median household income ($107,428 vs $49,439). Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 25,006 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+42.0 |
C+
77.1 Score
Alton, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$105,039
Population
25,006
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
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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