The Colony, 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.
The Colony
73
#802 nationally
Washington
66.2
#1580 nationally
The Colony leads in crime level (5.2 vs 25.4). Washington leads in walk score (98 vs 28). The Colony leads in cost of living index (112 vs 181).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | The Colony, TX | Washington, DC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73 (#802) | 66.2 (#1580) |
| Population | 45,471 | 678,972 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $404,746 | $576,796 |
| Median Household Income | $106,518 | $101,722 |
| Average Commute | 27.7 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 98 |
| Crime Level | 5.2 | 25.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 181 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+13.2 | D+86.1 |
C
73 Score
The Colony, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$404,746
Population
45,471
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
28
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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