Chowchilla, CA vs Dothan, AL
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.
Chowchilla
63.5
#1763 nationally
Dothan
72.5
#874 nationally
Chowchilla leads in crime level (18.5 vs 25.0). Dothan leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 28.3 min). Dothan leads in cost of living index (91 vs 114).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Chowchilla, CA | Dothan, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.5 (#1763) | 72.5 (#874) |
| Population | 19,328 | 71,258 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $392,908 | $207,985 |
| Median Household Income | $67,212 | $53,704 |
| Average Commute | 28.3 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 18.5 | 25.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 114 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.8 | R+47.8 |
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63.5 Score
Chowchilla, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$392,908
Population
19,328
Crime
High
Walk Score
25
Pacific
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72.5 Score
Dothan, AL
Alabama community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$207,985
Population
71,258
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
22
Southeast
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