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City vs city
Elgin vs Springfield, IL
Springfield currently scores 18 points higher overall than Elgin, with the largest gap in tornado.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Elgin: 34/100 · Springfield: 52/100
Springfield is 18 points higher.
Flood
Elgin: 43/100 · Springfield: 43/100
No gap.
Wind
Elgin: 16/100 · Springfield: 16/100
No gap.
Lightning
Elgin: 53/100 · Springfield: 62/100
Springfield is 9 points higher.
Tornado
Elgin: 0/100 · Springfield: 100/100
Springfield is 100 points higher.
Hail
Elgin: 41/100 · Springfield: 100/100
Springfield is 59 points higher.
Storm surge
Elgin: 0/100 · Springfield: 0/100
No gap.