Benbrook, TX vs Hays, KS
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.
Benbrook
76.5
#340 nationally
Hays
77.6
#231 nationally
Hays leads in average commute (11.8 min vs 23.7 min). Benbrook leads in crime level (3.3 vs 6.4). Hays leads in walk score (39 vs 24).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Benbrook, TX | Hays, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.5 (#340) | 77.6 (#231) |
| Population | 24,336 | 21,040 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,457 | $257,712 |
| Median Household Income | $80,971 | $55,349 |
| Average Commute | 23.7 min | 11.8 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 6.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.1 | R+46.1 |
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76.5 Score
Benbrook, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$319,457
Population
24,336
Crime
Low
Walk Score
24
Southwest
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77.6 Score
Hays, KS
Small Kansas city with local appeal
Median Home
$257,712
Population
21,040
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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