Allen, TX vs Lake Forest, CA
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.
Allen
74.1
#630 nationally
Lake Forest
65.3
#1638 nationally
Allen leads in cost of living index (122 vs 181). Allen leads in crime level (2.9 vs 4.0). Lake Forest leads in walk score (41 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Allen, TX | Lake Forest, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#630) | 65.3 (#1638) |
| Population | 111,620 | 85,840 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $493,450 | $1,187,225 |
| Median Household Income | $121,259 | $128,358 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 4.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | D+2.6 |
C
74.1 Score
Allen, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$493,450
Population
111,620
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
Southwest
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D
65.3 Score
Lake Forest, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,187,225
Population
85,840
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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