Columbus, OH vs Deer Park, 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.
Columbus
76.5
#341 nationally
Deer Park
80.3
#82 nationally
Deer Park leads in median household income ($89,219 vs $62,889). Columbus leads in walk score (41 vs 33). Columbus leads in cost of living index (93 vs 102).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, OH | Deer Park, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.5 (#341) | 80.3 (#82) |
| Population | 913,175 | 33,176 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $248,686 | $281,493 |
| Median Household Income | $62,889 | $89,219 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 33 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.4 | D+5.5 |
C
76.5 Score
Columbus, OH
Ohio's capital city on the rise
Median Home
$248,686
Population
913,175
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Midwest
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B-
80.3 Score
Deer Park, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$281,493
Population
33,176
Crime
Low
Walk Score
33
Southwest
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