Elgin, IL vs St. Peters, MO
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
St. Peters
75.4
#468 nationally
Elgin leads in walk score (43 vs 27). St. Peters leads in crime level (5.7 vs 7.3). St. Peters leads in average commute (24.4 min vs 28.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | St. Peters, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 75.4 (#468) |
| Population | 113,310 | 59,413 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $326,460 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $88,708 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 24.4 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 5.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+17.0 |
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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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75.4 Score
St. Peters, MO
Missouri community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$326,460
Population
59,413
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
27
Midwest
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