Allen, TX vs San Mateo, 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
San Mateo
63
#1808 nationally
Allen leads in crime level (2.9 vs 6.7). Allen leads in cost of living index (122 vs 249). San Mateo leads in walk score (68 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Allen, TX | San Mateo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#630) | 63 (#1808) |
| Population | 111,620 | 101,327 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $493,450 | $1,685,162 |
| Median Household Income | $121,259 | $149,152 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 28.5 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 6.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 249 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | D+50.3 |
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
63 Score
San Mateo, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,685,162
Population
101,327
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
68
Pacific
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