Alton, IL vs Coppell, TX
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
Coppell
72.8
#821 nationally
Coppell leads in crime level (2.8 vs 26.4). Coppell leads in median household income ($143,817 vs $49,439). Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 131).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Coppell, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 72.8 (#821) |
| Population | 25,006 | 41,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $621,362 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $143,817 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 25.2 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 2.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 131 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+22.2 |
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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C-
72.8 Score
Coppell, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$621,362
Population
41,404
Crime
Low
Walk Score
28
Southwest
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