Alton, IL vs Baldwin Park, 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.
Alton
77.1
#275 nationally
Baldwin Park
62.1
#1872 nationally
Baldwin Park leads in crime level (11.1 vs 26.4). Alton leads in cost of living index (84 vs 145). Baldwin Park leads in median household income ($76,002 vs $49,439).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Baldwin Park, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 62.1 (#1872) |
| Population | 25,006 | 68,806 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $722,278 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $76,002 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 55 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 11.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 145 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | D+32.9 |
C+
77.1 Score
Alton, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$105,039
Population
25,006
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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D-
62.1 Score
Baldwin Park, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$722,278
Population
68,806
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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