Alton, IL vs Owensboro, KY
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
Owensboro
78.6
#170 nationally
Owensboro leads in crime level (9.6 vs 26.4). Owensboro leads in average commute (17.5 min vs 23.4 min). Alton leads in walk score (39 vs 36).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alton, IL | Owensboro, KY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#275) | 78.6 (#170) |
| Population | 25,006 | 60,140 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $105,039 | $214,982 |
| Median Household Income | $49,439 | $51,982 |
| Average Commute | 23.4 min | 17.5 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 36 |
| Crime Level | 26.4 | 9.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.3 | R+31.9 |
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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C+
78.6 Score
Owensboro, KY
Kentucky community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$214,982
Population
60,140
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
36
Southeast
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