Midlothian, TX vs Walnut Creek, 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
Walnut Creek
61.4
#1910 nationally
Walnut Creek leads in walk score (41 vs 13). Midlothian leads in crime level (3.3 vs 7.7). Midlothian leads in cost of living index (111 vs 197).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Midlothian, TX | Walnut Creek, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#908) | 61.4 (#1910) |
| Population | 41,352 | 69,152 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $456,509 | $1,032,096 |
| Median Household Income | $119,323 | $129,971 |
| Average Commute | 30.3 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 197 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+31.1 | D+38.0 |
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-
61.4 Score
Walnut Creek, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,032,096
Population
69,152
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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