Columbus, OH vs Harker Heights, 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
Harker Heights
76.3
#363 nationally
Columbus leads in walk score (41 vs 27). Harker Heights leads in median household income ($72,258 vs $62,889). Columbus leads in cost of living index (93 vs 102).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, OH | Harker Heights, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.5 (#341) | 76.3 (#363) |
| Population | 913,175 | 34,447 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $248,686 | $300,567 |
| Median Household Income | $62,889 | $72,258 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 27 |
| 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 | R+16.2 |
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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C
76.3 Score
Harker Heights, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$300,567
Population
34,447
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Southwest
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