Brenham, TX vs Chester, PA
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.
Brenham
66.6
#1518 nationally
Brenham leads in crime level (14.5 vs 22.8). Brenham leads in median household income ($52,664 vs $39,193). Brenham leads in average commute (18.3 min vs 21.7 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brenham, TX | Chester, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,142 | 33,595 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $329,916 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $52,664 | $39,193 |
| Average Commute | 18.3 min | 21.7 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | 60 |
| Crime Level | 14.5 | 22.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 86 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+54.7 | D+23.7 |
D
66.6 Score
Brenham, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$329,916
Population
19,142
Crime
Moderate-High
Median Income
$52,664
Southwest
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Score
Chester, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Population
33,595
Crime
High
Walk Score
60
Median Income
$39,193
Northeast
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