Carrollton, TX vs Plum, PA
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.
Carrollton
75.3
#472 nationally
Carrollton leads in walk score (36 vs 13). Plum leads in crime level (1.7 vs 3.8). Carrollton leads in average commute (24.4 min vs 31.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carrollton, TX | Plum, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 132,918 | 26,391 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $405,531 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $95,380 | $91,931 |
| Average Commute | 24.4 min | 31.1 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 1.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | D+20.3 |
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75.3 Score
Carrollton, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$405,531
Population
132,918
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Southwest
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Score
Plum, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Population
26,391
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Median Income
$91,931
Northeast
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