Aiken, SC vs West Mifflin, PA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Aiken
69.5
#1191 nationally
West Mifflin
77.3
#264 nationally
West Mifflin leads in crime level (10.4 vs 15.6). Aiken leads in average commute (23.2 min vs 29.4 min). West Mifflin leads in cost of living index (89 vs 101).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aiken, SC | West Mifflin, PA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1191) | 77.3 (#264) |
| Population | 32,947 | 18,916 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $281,439 | $161,655 |
| Median Household Income | $65,712 | $64,314 |
| Average Commute | 23.2 min | 29.4 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 10.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+25.9 | D+20.3 |
D+
69.5 Score
Aiken, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$281,439
Population
32,947
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Southeast
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C+
77.3 Score
West Mifflin, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Median Home
$161,655
Population
18,916
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
24
Northeast
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