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Hoffman-Estates
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
4.2
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Hoffman Estates is a suburban village located in Cook County, Illinois, approximately 30 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. The village experiences a typical Midwestern climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid with temperatures averaging in the 80s°F (27-32°C), while winters are cold with temperatures averaging in the 20s°F (-6 to -1°C). Spring and autumn offer mild temperatures, making it enjoyable for outdoor activities.
Hoffman Estates is situated near the Fox River watershed, with the Poplar Creek serving as a notable waterway in the area. This contributes to its hydrology constituents, providing opportunities for water-based activities like fishing, boating, and kayaking. Several parks and natural areas are scattered throughout the village, offering a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. The Paul Douglas Forest Preserve is a popular spot with hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and a lake for fishing. The Vogelei Park and Barn is another attraction, featuring playgrounds, sports fields, and a historic German-style barn for events and gatherings.
Overall, Hoffman Estates offers residents and visitors a blend of natural beauty and outdoor recreational activities, making it an attractive destination in the Chicago suburbs.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.4
Hoffman-Estates receives approximately
935mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Hoffman-Estates has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Upper Illinois
Area Rivers
Upper Illinois
Snowpack Depths
Upper Illinois
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Illinois
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.2
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Bend | None | 373 ft | |||
| Gatlin Point - LBL | 19 | 453 ft | |||
| Boswell Landing | 34 | 406 ft | |||
| Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park | 53 | 437 ft | |||
| Mousetail Landing State Park | 24 | 429 ft | |||
| Rushing Creek - LBL | 56 | 402 ft | |||
| Paris Landing State Park | 63 | 392 ft | |||
| Piney - LBL | 300 | 385 ft | |||
| Natchez Trace State Park | 50 | 637 ft | |||
| Gatlin Point | 30 | 433 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 4.2
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.