Lakeway, TX vs Topeka, KS
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.
Lakeway
68.2
#1332 nationally
Topeka
73.5
#729 nationally
Lakeway leads in crime level (2.1 vs 23.5). Lakeway leads in median household income ($154,118 vs $54,052). Topeka leads in cost of living index (87 vs 146).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lakeway, TX | Topeka, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.2 (#1332) | 73.5 (#729) |
| Population | 19,189 | 125,475 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $747,050 | $198,385 |
| Median Household Income | $154,118 | $54,052 |
| Average Commute | 27.1 min | 17.1 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | N/A |
| Crime Level | 2.1 | 23.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 146 | 87 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.3 | Even |
D+
68.2 Score
Lakeway, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$747,050
Population
19,189
Crime
Low
Median Income
$154,118
Southwest
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C
73.5 Score
Topeka, KS
Mid-size Kansas city with community character
Median Home
$198,385
Population
125,475
Crime
High
Median Income
$54,052
Midwest
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