Dolton, IL vs Port Arthur, TX
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.
Dolton
76.8
#308 nationally
Port Arthur
77.7
#224 nationally
Dolton leads in crime level (11.2 vs 19.7). Port Arthur leads in average commute (23 min vs 37.1 min). Dolton leads in walk score (50 vs 33).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dolton, IL | Port Arthur, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#308) | 77.7 (#224) |
| Population | 20,410 | 55,547 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $158,114 | $125,021 |
| Median Household Income | $54,748 | $45,357 |
| Average Commute | 37.1 min | 23 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 33 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 19.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 95 | 85 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.0 | R+8.9 |
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76.8 Score
Dolton, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$158,114
Population
20,410
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
50
Midwest
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77.7 Score
Port Arthur, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$125,021
Population
55,547
Crime
High
Walk Score
33
Southwest
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