Central, LA vs Harker Heights, 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.
Harker Heights
76.3
#363 nationally
Harker Heights leads in walk score (27 vs 7). Harker Heights leads in crime level (3.7 vs 7.1). Harker Heights leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 30.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central, LA | Harker Heights, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,781 | 34,447 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $300,567 |
| Median Household Income | $82,714 | $72,258 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 7 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 3.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+11.1 | R+16.2 |
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Score
Central, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Population
29,781
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
7
Median Income
$82,714
Southeast
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76.3 Score
Harker Heights, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$300,567
Population
34,447
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Southwest
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