Carmel, IN vs East Chicago, 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.
Carmel
74.5
#579 nationally
East Chicago
77.8
#215 nationally
Carmel leads in median household income ($121,400 vs $39,434). East Chicago leads in walk score (56 vs 28). East Chicago leads in cost of living index (82 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carmel, IN | East Chicago, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.5 (#579) | 77.8 (#215) |
| Population | 104,776 | 25,830 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $580,014 | $129,375 |
| Median Household Income | $121,400 | $39,434 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 22.9 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 56 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 22.6 |
| School Rating | 9 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+6.1 | D+5.6 |
C
74.5 Score
Carmel, IN
Award-winning city planning meets Midwestern charm
Median Home
$580,014
Population
104,776
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
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C+
77.8 Score
East Chicago, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$129,375
Population
25,830
Crime
High
Walk Score
56
Midwest
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