Let the numbers do the talking.
Houston, TX vs New Braunfels, TX
Houston, TX vs New Braunfels, TX: What the data shows
Houston, TX is in Houston, TX while New Braunfels, TX is in New Braunfels, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Houston, TX is the more affordable option at $180,000 median — $160,000 less than New Braunfels, TX's $340,000. WYLT rates Houston, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and New Braunfels, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
New Braunfels, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Houston, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. New Braunfels, TX has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Houston, TX has High flood risk and New Braunfels, TX has Low flood risk.
New Braunfels, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Houston, TX scores 2/100 (car-dependent) versus New Braunfels, TX's 8/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Houston, TX has the higher school rating — Houston, TX rates 7.1/10 and New Braunfels, TX rates 6.8/10.
| Category | Houston, TX | New Braunfels, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $180K ✓ Lower price | $340K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $55K | $75K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 2/100 | 8/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 3/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 7/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 11 min ✓ Shorter commute | 45 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | High | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.1/10 ✓ Better schools | 6.8/10 |
| Best for | Families with a carRemote workers with a carThose who value proximity to downtown Houston | FamiliesProfessionalsFirst-time homebuyers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
Share this comparison