Alexandria, LA vs Rockford, IL
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.
Alexandria
76.3
#359 nationally
Rockford
74.8
#554 nationally
Rockford leads in crime level (29.6 vs 74.3). Rockford leads in walk score (41 vs 30). Alexandria leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 21.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, LA | Rockford, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.3 (#359) | 74.8 (#554) |
| Population | 43,466 | 146,120 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,607 | $186,815 |
| Median Household Income | $49,049 | $50,744 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 21.4 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 74.3 | 29.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 87 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+36.8 | D+0.6 |
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76.3 Score
Alexandria, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$146,607
Population
43,466
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
30
Southeast
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74.8 Score
Rockford, IL
Mid-size Illinois city with community character
Median Home
$186,815
Population
146,120
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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