Alton, IL vs Chino, 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
Chino
63
#1802 nationally
Chino leads in crime level (8.2 vs 26.4). Chino leads in median household income ($99,385 vs $49,439). Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 154).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Chino, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 63 (#1802) |
| Population | 25,006 | 93,114 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $755,615 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $99,385 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 34.2 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 8.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 154 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | R+2.1 |
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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D
63 Score
Chino, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$755,615
Population
93,114
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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