Clinton, IA vs Lubbock, 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.
Clinton
83.4
#14 nationally
Lubbock
77
#290 nationally
Clinton leads in crime level (9.9 vs 22.5). Clinton leads in cost of living index (85 vs 96). Lubbock leads in average commute (16.1 min vs 18 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clinton, IA | Lubbock, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 83.4 (#14) | 77 (#290) |
| Population | 24,239 | 266,878 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $135,966 | $212,191 |
| Median Household Income | $55,196 | $58,734 |
| Average Commute | 18 min | 16.1 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 9.9 | 22.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+18.9 | R+39.5 |
B
83.4 Score
Clinton, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$135,966
Population
24,239
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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C+
77 Score
Lubbock, TX
Growing Texas city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$212,191
Population
266,878
Crime
High
Walk Score
39
Southwest
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