Lorain, OH vs Prichard, 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.
Lorain
75.5
#448 nationally
Prichard
76.4
#355 nationally
Lorain leads in walk score (38 vs 23). Lorain leads in median household income ($46,562 vs $36,110). Lorain leads in crime level (15.9 vs 17.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lorain, OH | Prichard, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#448) | 76.4 (#355) |
| Population | 65,337 | 18,816 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $157,363 | $59,455 |
| Median Household Income | $46,562 | $36,110 |
| Average Commute | 24.9 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 15.9 | 17.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.7 | R+16.4 |
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75.5 Score
Lorain, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$157,363
Population
65,337
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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76.4 Score
Prichard, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$59,455
Population
18,816
Crime
High
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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