Goshen, IN vs Hoffman Estates, IL
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.
Goshen
73.1
#786 nationally
Hoffman Estates
73
#796 nationally
Hoffman Estates leads in median household income ($107,428 vs $52,233). Goshen leads in average commute (18.7 min vs 29.4 min). Hoffman Estates leads in crime level (4.1 vs 6.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Goshen, IN | Hoffman Estates, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#786) | 73 (#796) |
| Population | 34,355 | 50,179 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $283,500 | $412,578 |
| Median Household Income | $52,233 | $107,428 |
| Average Commute | 18.7 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 6.1 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 116 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+32.4 | D+42.0 |
C
73.1 Score
Goshen, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$283,500
Population
34,355
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
30
Midwest
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C
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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