Burton, MI vs West Allis, WI
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.
Burton
76
#391 nationally
West Allis
76.9
#303 nationally
West Allis leads in crime level (7.0 vs 21.0). West Allis leads in walk score (60 vs 24). West Allis leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 25.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Burton, MI | West Allis, WI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76 (#391) | 76.9 (#303) |
| Population | 29,376 | 58,874 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $160,360 | $282,060 |
| Median Household Income | $55,698 | $64,888 |
| Average Commute | 25.3 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 60 |
| Crime Level | 21.0 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+4.2 | D+38.5 |
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76 Score
Burton, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$160,360
Population
29,376
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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76.9 Score
West Allis, WI
Wisconsin community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$282,060
Population
58,874
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
60
Midwest
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