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Colleyville, TX vs Houston, TX
Colleyville, TX vs Houston, TX: What the data shows
Colleyville, TX is in Colleyville, TX while Houston, TX is in Houston, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Houston, TX is the more affordable option at $483,700 median — $216,300 less than Colleyville, TX's $700,000. WYLT rates Colleyville, TX as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Houston, TX as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Colleyville, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Colleyville, TX has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Houston, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Colleyville, TX has Low flood risk and Houston, TX has Low flood risk.
Houston, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Colleyville, TX scores 35/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Houston, TX's 57/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Colleyville, TX has the higher school rating — Colleyville, TX rates 8.5/10 and Houston, TX rates 7.2/10.
| Category | Colleyville, TX | Houston, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Settle here |
| Median Price | $700K | $484K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $3K | $2K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $120K | $141K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 35/100 | 57/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 4/100 | 10/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 3/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 36 min | 7 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.5/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.2/10 |
| Best for | Families with childrenProfessionals seeking safe, stable housing optionsHomebuyers willing to invest in a desirable suburban community | young professionalsremote workerssmall families |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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