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Houston, TX vs Mckinney, TX
Houston, TX vs Mckinney, TX: What the data shows
Houston, TX is in Houston, TX while Mckinney, TX is in Mckinney, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Mckinney, TX is the more affordable option at $350,000 median — $203,800 less than Houston, TX's $553,800. WYLT rates Houston, TX as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Mckinney, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Mckinney, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Houston, TX has High violent crime and Moderate property crime. Mckinney, TX has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Houston, TX has Low flood risk and Mckinney, TX has Low flood risk.
Houston, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Houston, TX scores 45/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Mckinney, TX's 29/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Mckinney, TX has the higher school rating — Houston, TX rates 7.2/10 and Mckinney, TX rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Houston, TX | Mckinney, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $554K | $350K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $141K ✓ Higher income | $74K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 45/100 ✓ More walkable | 29/100 |
| Transit Score | 2/100 | 25/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 54/100 ✓ More bikeable | 22/100 |
| Commute | 9 min ✓ Shorter commute | 41 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | F | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | High | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.2/10 | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Young professionalsFamilies seeking affordable housingRenters | Families with childrenCommuters with access to a carHomebuyers looking for a suburban lifestyle |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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