Allen, TX vs San Ramon, 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 Ramon
62.6
#1844 nationally
Allen leads in cost of living index (122 vs 220). San Ramon leads in median household income ($190,829 vs $121,259). Allen leads in walk score (35 vs 24).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Allen, TX | San Ramon, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#630) | 62.6 (#1844) |
| Population | 111,620 | 84,929 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $493,450 | $1,483,516 |
| Median Household Income | $121,259 | $190,829 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 36.1 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 2.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 220 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | D+38.0 |
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-
62.6 Score
San Ramon, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,483,516
Population
84,929
Crime
Low
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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