Jupiter, FL vs South Elgin, 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.
Jupiter
67.2
#1453 nationally
South Elgin
75.4
#467 nationally
Jupiter leads in crime level (3.4 vs 5.2). Jupiter leads in average commute (22 min vs 28.6 min). South Elgin leads in cost of living index (112 vs 133).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jupiter, FL | South Elgin, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.2 (#1453) | 75.4 (#467) |
| Population | 61,291 | 24,277 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $700,734 | $379,258 |
| Median Household Income | $105,413 | $118,293 |
| Average Commute | 22 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.4 | 5.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+0.8 | D+9.4 |
Data coverage note: Jupiter is missing data for 1 metric that South Elgin has. Scores with less coverage are penalized — see our methodology.
D+
67.2 Score
Jupiter, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$700,734
Population
61,291
Crime
Low
Median Income
$105,413
Southeast
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C
75.4 Score
South Elgin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$379,258
Population
24,277
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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