Compton, CA vs East Chicago, IN
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.
Compton
60.4
#1935 nationally
East Chicago
77.8
#215 nationally
Compton leads in median household income ($69,728 vs $39,434). East Chicago leads in cost of living index (82 vs 139). East Chicago leads in crime level (22.6 vs 34.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Compton, CA | East Chicago, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1935) | 77.8 (#215) |
| Population | 90,986 | 25,830 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $645,439 | $129,375 |
| Median Household Income | $69,728 | $39,434 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 22.9 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 56 |
| Crime Level | 34.8 | 22.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 139 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+5.6 |
D-
60.4 Score
Compton, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$645,439
Population
90,986
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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C+
77.8 Score
East Chicago, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$129,375
Population
25,830
Crime
High
Walk Score
56
Midwest
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