Demand-Backed Comparison

Compare Plano vs Austin on cost, climate, safety, and daily life

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Biggest tradeoff: Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas is the sharpest split in this comparison: strong on affordability, weaker on safety.

Potential dealbreaker: Austin, Texas

Austin, Texas needs a closer look before you get too attached, especially on walkability.

Comparison Matrix

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General Info
Population283,558974,447
Population DensityN/A2.9k /sq mi
Elevation666 ft(203 m)489 ft(149 m)
Housing & Wealth
Median Home
$496,327
$489,253
Median Rent
$1,727
$1,538
Median Income$105,679$86,556
Rent Burden20%21%
Climate & Risks
Sunny Days310 days/yr306 days/yr
Avg. High76°F80°F
Comfort Score74/100Great72/100Great
Temp Swing39°F35°F
Annual Rainfall57"(145 cm)49"(124 cm)
Annual Snowfall1"(3 cm)1"(3 cm)
Air Quality
AQI 47 (Avg)49 days > 100
AQI 43 (Avg)25 days > 100
Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Walk ScoreN/A27
Safety Score80 / 10062 / 100
School Rating8.4/108.2/10
Flood Risk (FEMA)N/A
minimalMinimal Risk
Fire Risk (FEMA)N/A
minimalMinimal
Internet Access
Fiber: 89%Cable: 96%
Fiber: 58%Cable: 95%
Demographics
Median Age38.9 years34.2 years
College Educated58%56%
Remote Workers22%23%
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