Elgin, IL vs Seal Beach, 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.
Elgin
72.8
#824 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Elgin leads in crime level (7.3 vs 13.2). Elgin leads in cost of living index (104 vs 149). Elgin leads in median household income ($85,998 vs $75,507).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 113,310 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | D+2.6 |
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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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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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