Elgin, IL vs Northfield, MN
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.
Elgin
72.8
#824 nationally
Northfield
73.6
#708 nationally
Northfield leads in crime level (4.2 vs 7.3). Northfield leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 28.3 min). Elgin leads in walk score (43 vs 31).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Northfield, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 73.6 (#708) |
| Population | 113,310 | 21,020 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $396,746 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $83,125 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+2.5 |
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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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73.6 Score
Northfield, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$396,746
Population
21,020
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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