Midlothian, TX vs Oakland, CA
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.
Midlothian
72.3
#908 nationally
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 13). Midlothian leads in cost of living index (111 vs 155). Midlothian leads in median household income ($119,323 vs $85,459).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Midlothian, TX | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#908) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 41,352 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $456,509 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $119,323 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 30.3 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+31.1 | D+53.6 |
C-
72.3 Score
Midlothian, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$456,509
Population
41,352
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Southwest
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D-
62 Score
Oakland, CA
Gritty, diverse, and full of culture
Median Home
$717,798
Population
433,823
Crime
High
Schools
C
Pacific
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