Alhambra, CA vs Schertz, TX
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.
Alhambra
63.8
#1735 nationally
Schertz
74.5
#586 nationally
Alhambra leads in walk score (71 vs 22). Schertz leads in cost of living index (107 vs 169). Schertz leads in crime level (4.2 vs 6.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alhambra, CA | Schertz, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.8 (#1735) | 74.5 (#586) |
| Population | 79,776 | 43,239 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $927,695 | $315,578 |
| Median Household Income | $80,234 | $94,173 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 30.2 min |
| Walk Score | 71 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 6.2 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 169 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+29.5 |
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63.8 Score
Alhambra, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$927,695
Population
79,776
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
Pacific
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C
74.5 Score
Schertz, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$315,578
Population
43,239
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
22
Southwest
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