Murphy, TX vs San Ramon, CA
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.
Murphy
72.9
#811 nationally
San Ramon
62.6
#1844 nationally
Murphy leads in crime level (1.2 vs 2.4). San Ramon leads in walk score (24 vs 13). Murphy leads in cost of living index (133 vs 220).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Murphy, TX | San Ramon, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.9 (#811) | 62.6 (#1844) |
| Population | 20,920 | 84,929 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $573,140 | $1,483,516 |
| Median Household Income | $152,847 | $190,829 |
| Average Commute | 32.4 min | 36.1 min |
| Walk Score | 13 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 1.2 | 2.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 220 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | D+38.0 |
C-
72.9 Score
Murphy, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$573,140
Population
20,920
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
13
Southwest
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D-
62.6 Score
San Ramon, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,483,516
Population
84,929
Crime
Low
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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