Appleton, WI vs Inglewood, 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.
Appleton
77.6
#227 nationally
Inglewood
60.7
#1928 nationally
Appleton leads in crime level (5.5 vs 18.5). Appleton leads in cost of living index (94 vs 160). Inglewood leads in walk score (73 vs 44).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Appleton, WI | Inglewood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.6 (#227) | 60.7 (#1928) |
| Population | 74,719 | 102,865 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $309,058 | $766,920 |
| Median Household Income | $75,469 | $67,563 |
| Average Commute | 19.4 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 5.5 | 18.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 160 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+10.2 | D+32.9 |
C+
77.6 Score
Appleton, WI
Wisconsin community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$309,058
Population
74,719
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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D-
60.7 Score
Inglewood, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$766,920
Population
102,865
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Pacific
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