City vs city
Plainfield, IL vs Elgin, IL
| Plainfield | Elgin | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 45,705 | 114,106 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $398,000 | $252,400 |
| Median rent | $1,889 | $1,260 |
| Household income | $142,265 | $88,316 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% | 6.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 36% | 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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