City vs city
Springfield, IL vs Elgin, IL
| Springfield | Elgin | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 113,714 | 114,106 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.4% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $155,200 | $252,400 |
| Median rent | $945 | $1,260 |
| Household income | $65,537 | $88,316 |
| Unemployment | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 20% | 17% |
| State crime /100k | 1,814 | 1,814 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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