Alton, IL vs South Gate, 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
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
South Gate leads in crime level (14.4 vs 26.4). South Gate leads in walk score (70 vs 39). Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 144).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 25,006 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+32.9 |
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-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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