Adrian, MI vs East Chicago, IN
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Adrian
75
#506 nationally
East Chicago
77.8
#215 nationally
Adrian leads in crime level (15.7 vs 22.6). Adrian leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 22.9 min). East Chicago leads in walk score (56 vs 47).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Adrian, MI | East Chicago, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#506) | 77.8 (#215) |
| Population | 20,238 | 25,830 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $193,552 | $129,375 |
| Median Household Income | $40,797 | $39,434 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 22.9 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 56 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 22.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+23.0 | D+5.6 |
C
75 Score
Adrian, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,552
Population
20,238
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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C+
77.8 Score
East Chicago, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$129,375
Population
25,830
Crime
High
Walk Score
56
Midwest
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