Alton, IL vs Antioch, CA
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.
Alton
77.1
#275 nationally
Antioch
57.9
#1957 nationally
Alton leads in average commute (23.4 min vs 44.9 min). Antioch leads in median household income ($90,709 vs $49,439). Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 149).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Antioch, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 57.9 (#1957) |
| Population | 25,006 | 117,096 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $595,248 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $90,709 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 44.9 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 16.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+38.0 |
C+
77.1 Score
Alton, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$105,039
Population
25,006
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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57.9 Score
Antioch, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$595,248
Population
117,096
Crime
High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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