Duncanville, TX vs Kettering, OH
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.
Duncanville
74.6
#573 nationally
Kettering
84
#9 nationally
Kettering leads in crime level (1.2 vs 8.4). Kettering leads in average commute (19.8 min vs 25.2 min). Kettering leads in cost of living index (91 vs 100).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Duncanville, TX | Kettering, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.6 (#573) | 84 (#9) |
| Population | 38,883 | 56,876 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $278,035 | $247,857 |
| Median Household Income | $66,601 | $69,818 |
| Average Commute | 25.2 min | 19.8 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 8.4 | 1.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 91 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | Even |
C
74.6 Score
Duncanville, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$278,035
Population
38,883
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Southwest
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B
84 Score
Kettering, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$247,857
Population
56,876
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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