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Mckinney, TX vs Spring, TX
Mckinney, TX vs Spring, TX: What the data shows
Mckinney, TX is in Mckinney, TX while Spring, TX is in Spring, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Spring, TX is the more affordable option at $336,900 median — $13,100 less than Mckinney, TX's $350,000. WYLT rates Mckinney, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Spring, TX as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Mckinney, TX has the stronger safety profile of the two. Mckinney, TX has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Spring, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Mckinney, TX has Low flood risk and Spring, TX has Low flood risk.
Mckinney, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Mckinney, TX scores 29/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Spring, TX's 4/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Mckinney, TX has the higher school rating — Mckinney, TX rates 7.5/10 and Spring, TX rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Mckinney, TX | Spring, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $350K | $337K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $74K | $82K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 29/100 ✓ More walkable | 4/100 |
| Transit Score | 25/100 ✓ Better transit | 1/100 |
| Bike Score | 22/100 ✓ More bikeable | 1/100 |
| Commute | 41 min | 40 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.1/10 |
| Best for | Families with childrenCommuters with access to a carHomebuyers looking for a suburban lifestyle | suburban familiescollege studentscommuters |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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