Alhambra, CA vs Oak Park, IL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alhambra
63.8
#1735 nationally
Oak Park
71.1
#1024 nationally
Alhambra leads in crime level (6.2 vs 8.9). Oak Park leads in cost of living index (127 vs 169). Oak Park leads in median household income ($103,264 vs $80,234).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Oak Park, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 71.1 (#1024) |
| Population | 79,776 | 52,055 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $489,829 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $103,264 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 33.4 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 78 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 8.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 127 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+42.0 |
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63.8 Score
Alhambra, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$927,695
Population
79,776
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
Pacific
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71.1 Score
Oak Park, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$489,829
Population
52,055
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
78
Midwest
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