Middleton, WI 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.
Middleton
72.2
#920 nationally
Rowlett
72.8
#833 nationally
Middleton leads in walk score (46 vs 19). Middleton leads in average commute (18.5 min vs 32.6 min). Middleton leads in crime level (2.9 vs 4.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Middleton, WI | Rowlett, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.2 (#920) | 72.8 (#833) |
| Population | 22,967 | 66,813 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $624,004 | $370,262 |
| Median Household Income | $87,333 | $110,954 |
| Average Commute | 18.5 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 46 | 19 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 112 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | D+22.2 |
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72.2 Score
Middleton, WI
Small Wisconsin city with local appeal
Median Home
$624,004
Population
22,967
Crime
Low
Walk Score
46
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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