Ankeny, IA vs Round Rock, 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.
Ankeny
77.6
#226 nationally
Round Rock
75.1
#504 nationally
Ankeny leads in average commute (21.1 min vs 26.8 min). Ankeny leads in walk score (34 vs 32). Ankeny leads in cost of living index (105 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ankeny, IA | Round Rock, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.6 (#226) | 75.1 (#504) |
| Population | 74,458 | 139,077 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $341,196 | $405,249 |
| Median Household Income | $101,151 | $102,891 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 34 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.9 | R+2.5 |
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77.6 Score
Ankeny, IA
Iowa community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$341,196
Population
74,458
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Midwest
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75.1 Score
Round Rock, TX
Dell's hometown in the Austin suburbs
Median Home
$405,249
Population
139,077
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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