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Brownsville, TX vs Mc Kinney, TX
Brownsville, TX vs Mc Kinney, TX: What the data shows
Brownsville, TX is in Brownsville, TX while Mc Kinney, TX is in Mc Kinney, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Brownsville, TX is the more affordable option at $114,900 median — $264,200 less than Mc Kinney, TX's $379,100. WYLT rates Brownsville, TX as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Mc Kinney, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Mc Kinney, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Brownsville, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Mc Kinney, TX has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Brownsville, TX has Low flood risk and Mc Kinney, TX has Low flood risk.
Mc Kinney, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Brownsville, TX scores N/A/100 versus Mc Kinney, TX's 22/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Mc Kinney, TX has the higher school rating — Brownsville, TX rates 7/10 and Mc Kinney, TX rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Brownsville, TX | Mc Kinney, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $115K ✓ Lower price | $379K |
| Median Rent | $800 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $45K | $75K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 22/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | N/A | 41 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7/10 | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Low-cost living seekersStudents and first-time buyersFamilies looking for an affordable community | Families seeking good schoolsCommuters to Dallas who can driveFirst-time home buyers looking for value |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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