Alton, IL vs Pine Bluff, AR
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
Pine Bluff
77.3
#259 nationally
Alton leads in crime level (26.4 vs 43.3). Alton leads in walk score (39 vs 26). Pine Bluff leads in average commute (17.7 min vs 23.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Pine Bluff, AR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 77.3 (#259) |
| Population | 25,006 | 39,123 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $73,267 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $39,411 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 17.7 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 26 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 43.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+20.1 |
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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C+
77.3 Score
Pine Bluff, AR
Small Arkansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$73,267
Population
39,123
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
26
Southwest
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