Lexington, SC vs Tukwila, WA
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.
Lexington
76.7
#323 nationally
Tukwila
60.9
#1918 nationally
Lexington leads in crime level (3.2 vs 25.4). Tukwila leads in walk score (41 vs 25). Lexington leads in cost of living index (103 vs 126).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lexington, SC | Tukwila, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.7 (#323) | 60.9 (#1918) |
| Population | 24,921 | 21,135 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $307,772 | $578,581 |
| Median Household Income | $78,164 | $76,331 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 26.8 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 3.2 | 25.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+33.5 | D+51.7 |
C
76.7 Score
Lexington, SC
Small South Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$307,772
Population
24,921
Crime
Low
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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D-
60.9 Score
Tukwila, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$578,581
Population
21,135
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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