Elmhurst, IL vs Union City, 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.
Elmhurst
73.4
#734 nationally
Union City
60
#1943 nationally
Elmhurst leads in crime level (1.6 vs 11.2). Elmhurst leads in cost of living index (135 vs 201). Elmhurst leads in average commute (27.8 min vs 33 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elmhurst, IL | Union City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.4 (#734) | 60 (#1943) |
| Population | 45,336 | 65,414 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $647,169 | $1,223,080 |
| Median Household Income | $143,492 | $138,013 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 201 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.3 | D+53.6 |
C
73.4 Score
Elmhurst, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$647,169
Population
45,336
Crime
Low
Walk Score
48
Midwest
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D-
60 Score
Union City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,223,080
Population
65,414
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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