Alvin, TX vs Indianapolis, IN
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
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Alvin leads in median household income ($68,266 vs $54,321). Indianapolis leads in average commute (24.1 min vs 30.1 min). Indianapolis leads in cost of living index (89 vs 97).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alvin, TX | Indianapolis, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.5 (#971) | 73.5 (#722) |
| Population | 28,633 | 887,642 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $293,684 | $232,142 |
| Median Household Income | $68,266 | $54,321 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.7 | D+27.7 |
C-
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
73.5 Score
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America
Median Home
$232,142
Population
887,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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