Franklin Town, MA vs Hoffman Estates, IL
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.
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in walk score (35 vs 22). Franklin Town leads in crime level (2.6 vs 4.1). Franklin Town leads in median household income ($138,062 vs $107,428).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin Town, MA | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 33,125 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $138,062 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 34.4 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 2.6 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 144 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.8 | D+42.0 |
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Score
Franklin Town, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Population
33,125
Crime
Low
Walk Score
22
Median Income
$138,062
Northeast
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73 Score
Hoffman Estates, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$412,578
Population
50,179
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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