Alton, IL vs Cudahy, 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
Cudahy
59
#1951 nationally
Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 141). Cudahy leads in walk score (62 vs 39). Cudahy leads in crime level (17.9 vs 26.4).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Cudahy, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 59 (#1951) |
| Population | 25,006 | 21,723 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $697,308 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $49,596 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 32.2 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 17.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 141 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+32.9 |
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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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59 Score
Cudahy, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$697,308
Population
21,723
Crime
High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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