Alton, IL vs Muncie, IN
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
Muncie
76
#399 nationally
Muncie leads in crime level (16.5 vs 26.4). Muncie leads in average commute (17.7 min vs 23.4 min). Alton leads in median household income ($49,439 vs $40,309).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Muncie, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 76 (#399) |
| Population | 25,006 | 65,081 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $157,737 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $40,309 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 17.7 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 16.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 81 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | R+15.8 |
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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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76 Score
Muncie, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$157,737
Population
65,081
Crime
High
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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