Alvin, TX vs Copperas Cove, TX
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alvin
71.5
#971 nationally
Copperas Cove
76
#393 nationally
Alvin leads in crime level (6.3 vs 9.0). Alvin leads in walk score (30 vs 25). Copperas Cove leads in average commute (27.5 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alvin, TX | Copperas Cove, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.5 (#971) | 76 (#393) |
| Population | 28,633 | 38,696 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $293,684 | $227,504 |
| Median Household Income | $68,266 | $64,798 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 27.5 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 9.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 90 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.7 | R+40.7 |
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71.5 Score
Alvin, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$293,684
Population
28,633
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
30
Southwest
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C
76 Score
Copperas Cove, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$227,504
Population
38,696
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
25
Southwest
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