Elk Grove, CA vs Midlothian, 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.
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Midlothian
72.3
#908 nationally
Elk Grove leads in walk score (32 vs 13). Midlothian leads in crime level (3.3 vs 5.2). Midlothian leads in cost of living index (111 vs 148).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elk Grove, CA | Midlothian, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1508) | 72.3 (#908) |
| Population | 178,444 | 41,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $634,683 | $456,509 |
| Median Household Income | $115,864 | $119,323 |
| Average Commute | 33.1 min | 30.3 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 5.2 | 3.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 148 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.7 | R+31.1 |
D
66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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C-
72.3 Score
Midlothian, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$456,509
Population
41,352
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Southwest
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