Centennial, CO vs Rowlett, 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.
Centennial
69.5
#1193 nationally
Rowlett
72.8
#833 nationally
Centennial leads in walk score (35 vs 19). Rowlett leads in cost of living index (112 vs 145). Centennial leads in average commute (26 min vs 32.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Centennial, CO | Rowlett, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1193) | 72.8 (#833) |
| Population | 106,883 | 66,813 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $641,069 | $370,262 |
| Median Household Income | $124,617 | $110,954 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 19 |
| Crime Level | 4.7 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+22.2 |
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69.5 Score
Centennial, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$641,069
Population
106,883
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
West
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72.8 Score
Rowlett, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$370,262
Population
66,813
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
19
Southwest
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