Alton, TX vs Central, LA
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
68.8
#1277 nationally
Central leads in crime level (7.1 vs 22.9). Central leads in median household income ($82,714 vs $44,317). Alton leads in cost of living index (86 vs 107).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, TX | Central, LA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,130 | 29,781 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $190,078 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $44,317 | $82,714 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | 7 |
| Crime Level | 22.9 | 7.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 86 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | D+11.1 |
D+
68.8 Score
Alton, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$190,078
Population
21,130
Crime
High
Median Income
$44,317
Southwest
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Score
Central, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Population
29,781
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
7
Median Income
$82,714
Southeast
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