Bessemer, AL vs Conroe, 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.
Bessemer
71.9
#943 nationally
Conroe
70.8
#1052 nationally
Conroe leads in crime level (6.7 vs 47.8). Conroe leads in median household income ($71,630 vs $34,953). Bessemer leads in cost of living index (85 vs 103).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bessemer, AL | Conroe, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.9 (#943) | 70.8 (#1052) |
| Population | 25,037 | 108,248 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $133,398 | $315,986 |
| Median Household Income | $34,953 | $71,630 |
| Average Commute | 24.7 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 47.8 | 6.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 103 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.4 | R+45.5 |
C-
71.9 Score
Bessemer, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$133,398
Population
25,037
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
26
Southeast
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70.8 Score
Conroe, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$315,986
Population
108,248
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Southwest
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