Fresno, CA vs Nacogdoches, 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.
Fresno
66.6
#1521 nationally
Nacogdoches
75
#520 nationally
Nacogdoches leads in crime level (6.5 vs 20.1). Fresno leads in median household income ($63,001 vs $37,612). Fresno leads in walk score (47 vs 30).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fresno, CA | Nacogdoches, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1521) | 75 (#520) |
| Population | 545,716 | 32,156 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $390,993 | $224,292 |
| Median Household Income | $63,001 | $37,612 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 16.7 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 30 |
| Crime Level | 20.1 | 6.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | R+38.8 |
D
66.6 Score
Fresno, CA
Major California city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$390,993
Population
545,716
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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C
75 Score
Nacogdoches, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$224,292
Population
32,156
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
30
Southwest
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