Denison, TX vs Lake Charles, LA
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.
Denison
79
#144 nationally
Lake Charles
76.2
#371 nationally
Denison leads in crime level (4.8 vs 16.8). Lake Charles leads in walk score (37 vs 26). Lake Charles leads in average commute (18 min vs 20.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Denison, TX | Lake Charles, LA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79 (#144) | 76.2 (#371) |
| Population | 26,343 | 79,633 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $225,218 | $206,355 |
| Median Household Income | $58,930 | $54,761 |
| Average Commute | 20.3 min | 18 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 4.8 | 16.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+54.3 | R+39.6 |
C+
79 Score
Denison, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$225,218
Population
26,343
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
26
Southwest
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76.2 Score
Lake Charles, LA
Louisiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$206,355
Population
79,633
Crime
High
Walk Score
37
Southeast
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