| | Elkhart, IN | Alton, MO | United States |
| Overall | 82.6 | 75.4 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 91.8 | 90.5 | 100 |
| Health | 93.4 | 114.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 58.2 | 39.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $183,200 | $135,700 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,270.0% | 9,510.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 77.4 | 72.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 89.2 | 67.0 | 100 |
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Reviews for Elkhart 
8 Reviews
I grew up in Elkhart and it's not the greatest city. My car had been broken into numerous times while living in northern Indiana (South Bend as well). I attribute to More
I moved away from Elkhart and returned 20 years later. During my time away I lived in many locations around the west coast - but mostly in Arizona. The last couple of More
I left Elkhart 20 years ago, lived mainly in Arizona and returned recently. I have been pleasantly surprised at the wonderful people I've met here. I've made more More
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If your looking for Mayberry this is it, simple lifestyle, people wave at you when passing in traffice. Good family values, quiet, More
Now living here and hope it never loses it quaint appeal. reminds us of the USA in the 1950's. Best move we have ever made in our lives. We are trying to sell our home More
To find Alton you have to get lost.
It is the nicest town we have ever visited.
Low crime 1-2's, great water 100, great air quality 75.
Low low low cost of living. More
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