Beavercreek, OH vs 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.
Beavercreek
79.3
#130 nationally
Elgin
72.8
#824 nationally
Beavercreek leads in crime level (2.0 vs 7.3). Elgin leads in walk score (43 vs 18). Beavercreek leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 28.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Beavercreek, OH | Elgin, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.3 (#130) | 72.8 (#824) |
| Population | 47,193 | 113,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $338,786 | $343,260 |
| Median Household Income | $108,140 | $85,998 |
| Average Commute | 19.6 min | 28.3 min |
| Walk Score | 18 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 2.0 | 7.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.8 | D+42.0 |
C+
79.3 Score
Beavercreek, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$338,786
Population
47,193
Crime
Low
Walk Score
18
Midwest
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72.8 Score
Elgin, IL
Mid-size Illinois city with community character
Median Home
$343,260
Population
113,310
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Midwest
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