Independence, MO vs Rowlett, 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.
Independence
73.6
#702 nationally
Rowlett
72.8
#833 nationally
Rowlett leads in crime level (4.2 vs 15.6). Rowlett leads in median household income ($110,954 vs $57,415). Independence leads in walk score (28 vs 19).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Rowlett, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 72.8 (#833) |
| Population | 120,922 | 66,813 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $370,262 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $110,954 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 19 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | D+22.2 |
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73.6 Score
Independence, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$214,173
Population
120,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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72.8 Score
Rowlett, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$370,262
Population
66,813
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
19
Southwest
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