Homewood, AL vs Kyle, 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.
Homewood
71.9
#946 nationally
Kyle
72
#936 nationally
Homewood leads in walk score (42 vs 17). Homewood leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 37.3 min). Homewood leads in crime level (4.1 vs 5.4).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Homewood, AL | Kyle, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.9 (#946) | 72 (#936) |
| Population | 27,758 | 62,548 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $577,183 | $299,223 |
| Median Household Income | $97,366 | $85,199 |
| Average Commute | 16.9 min | 37.3 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 17 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 5.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 123 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.4 | D+5.6 |
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71.9 Score
Homewood, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$577,183
Population
27,758
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
42
Southeast
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72 Score
Kyle, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$299,223
Population
62,548
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
17
Southwest
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