Indianapolis, IN vs Rowlett, 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.
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Rowlett
72.8
#833 nationally
Rowlett leads in median household income ($110,954 vs $54,321). Indianapolis leads in walk score (31 vs 19). Indianapolis leads in average commute (24.1 min vs 32.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Indianapolis, IN | Rowlett, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.5 (#722) | 72.8 (#833) |
| Population | 887,642 | 66,813 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $232,142 | $370,262 |
| Median Household Income | $54,321 | $110,954 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 19 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 4.2 |
| School Rating | 5.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+27.7 | D+22.2 |
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73.5 Score
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America
Median Home
$232,142
Population
887,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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72.8 Score
Rowlett, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$370,262
Population
66,813
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
19
Southwest
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