Mesquite, TX vs Temple Terrace, FL
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.
Mesquite
71.8
#958 nationally
Temple Terrace
68.8
#1284 nationally
Temple Terrace leads in average commute (25.8 min vs 32.1 min). Temple Terrace leads in crime level (11.4 vs 13.7). Mesquite leads in cost of living index (98 vs 110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mesquite, TX | Temple Terrace, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.8 (#958) | 68.8 (#1284) |
| Population | 147,317 | 26,972 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $261,109 | $329,732 |
| Median Household Income | $69,649 | $62,415 |
| Average Commute | 32.1 min | 25.8 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 13.7 | 11.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | R+3.1 |
C-
71.8 Score
Mesquite, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$261,109
Population
147,317
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
35
Southwest
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D+
68.8 Score
Temple Terrace, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$329,732
Population
26,972
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
37
Southeast
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