Alvin, TX vs Monroe, NC
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
Monroe
64.2
#1713 nationally
Alvin leads in crime level (6.3 vs 17.9). Alvin leads in walk score (30 vs 23). Alvin leads in median household income ($68,266 vs $63,982).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alvin, TX | Monroe, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.5 (#971) | 64.2 (#1713) |
| Population | 28,633 | 37,797 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $293,684 | $358,990 |
| Median Household Income | $68,266 | $63,982 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 17.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.7 | R+25.3 |
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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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64.2 Score
Monroe, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$358,990
Population
37,797
Crime
High
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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