Edwardsville, IL vs Pittsburg, 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.
Edwardsville
78.8
#157 nationally
Pittsburg
62
#1881 nationally
Edwardsville leads in crime level (0.8 vs 12.6). Edwardsville leads in average commute (24.1 min vs 39.2 min). Edwardsville leads in cost of living index (106 vs 146).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Edwardsville, IL | Pittsburg, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.8 (#157) | 62 (#1881) |
| Population | 26,698 | 75,803 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $333,548 | $566,408 |
| Median Household Income | $87,094 | $98,408 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 39.2 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 12.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 146 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+38.0 |
C+
78.8 Score
Edwardsville, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$333,548
Population
26,698
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
31
Midwest
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D-
62 Score
Pittsburg, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$566,408
Population
75,803
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
39
Pacific
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