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City vs city
Elgin vs Chicago, IL
Chicago currently scores 6 points higher overall than Elgin, with the largest gap in hail.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Elgin: 34/100 · Chicago: 40/100
Chicago is 6 points higher.
Flood
Elgin: 43/100 · Chicago: 44/100
Chicago is 1 points higher.
Wind
Elgin: 16/100 · Chicago: 16/100
No gap.
Lightning
Elgin: 53/100 · Chicago: 35/100
Elgin is 18 points higher.
Tornado
Elgin: 0/100 · Chicago: 28/100
Chicago is 28 points higher.
Hail
Elgin: 41/100 · Chicago: 100/100
Chicago is 59 points higher.
Storm surge
Elgin: 0/100 · Chicago: 0/100
No gap.