Compton, CA vs West Allis, WI
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
West Allis
76.9
#303 nationally
West Allis leads in crime level (7.0 vs 34.8). West Allis leads in cost of living index (93 vs 139). West Allis leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 30.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Compton, CA | West Allis, WI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.4 (#1935) | 76.9 (#303) |
| Population | 90,986 | 58,874 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $645,439 | $282,060 |
| Median Household Income | $69,728 | $64,888 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 65 | 60 |
| Crime Level | 34.8 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 139 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+38.5 |
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
76.9 Score
West Allis, WI
Wisconsin community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$282,060
Population
58,874
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
60
Midwest
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