Temple, TX vs Washington, DC
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.
Temple
76.1
#388 nationally
Washington
66.2
#1580 nationally
Washington leads in walk score (98 vs 29). Temple leads in crime level (8.7 vs 25.4). Temple leads in cost of living index (94 vs 181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Temple, TX | Washington, DC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.1 (#388) | 66.2 (#1580) |
| Population | 93,095 | 678,972 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $248,213 | $576,796 |
| Median Household Income | $61,003 | $101,722 |
| Average Commute | 19.7 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 98 |
| Crime Level | 8.7 | 25.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+16.2 | D+86.1 |
C
76.1 Score
Temple, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$248,213
Population
93,095
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Southwest
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D
66.2 Score
Washington, DC
Major District of Columbia city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$576,796
Population
678,972
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
98
Northeast
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