Grandview, MO vs San Marcos, 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.
Grandview
71.3
#993 nationally
San Marcos
70.5
#1100 nationally
San Marcos leads in walk score (39 vs 19). San Marcos leads in crime level (9.8 vs 18.5). Grandview leads in cost of living index (89 vs 100).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Grandview, MO | San Marcos, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.3 (#993) | 70.5 (#1100) |
| Population | 25,436 | 71,569 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $223,478 | $310,480 |
| Median Household Income | $51,048 | $47,394 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 23.7 min |
| Walk Score | 19 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 18.5 | 9.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 100 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | D+5.6 |
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71.3 Score
Grandview, MO
Small Missouri city with local appeal
Median Home
$223,478
Population
25,436
Crime
High
Walk Score
19
Midwest
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70.5 Score
San Marcos, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$310,480
Population
71,569
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
39
Southwest
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