Elgin, IL vs Terre Haute, IN
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Elgin
72.8
#824 nationally
Terre Haute
76.2
#377 nationally
Elgin leads in median household income ($85,998 vs $41,230). Elgin leads in crime level (7.3 vs 15.1). Terre Haute leads in average commute (17.2 min vs 28.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elgin, IL | Terre Haute, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#824) | 76.2 (#377) |
| Population | 113,310 | 58,502 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,260 | $162,893 |
| Median Household Income | $85,998 | $41,230 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 17.2 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 40 |
| Crime Level | 7.3 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 85 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+18.1 |
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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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76.2 Score
Terre Haute, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$162,893
Population
58,502
Crime
High
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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