Coppell vs Grapevine: which is better to live in?
Coppell gets A+ overall and Grapevine gets A-. Coppell comes out ahead on our index, though keep in mind each is graded against Texas places of its own size.
Coppell wins on jobs and income, schools, safety, errands and things to do, education levels, health and home ownership. Grapevine wins on cost of living and getting around.
Coppell is the better pick for families, young professionals, retirees and remote workers.
Side by side
| Coppell | Grapevine | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | A+ | A- |
| Population | 41,386 | 50,714 |
| Growth since 2020 | -3.7% | +0.1% |
| Median rent | $2,022 | $1,863 |
| Median home value | $560,500 | $493,100 |
| Monthly cost to buy | $3,901 | $3,305 |
| Median household income | $146,235 | $111,376 |
| Property tax per year | $10,000+ | $7,274 |
| Violent crime per 100k | 92 | 165 |
| Property crime per 100k | 894 | 1,663 |
| Schools rated A or B | 100% | 90% |
| Average commute | 24 min | 22 min |
| Work from home | 31% | 22% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 70% | 57% |
| Median age | 41.1 years | 39.7 years |
| Days 90°F or hotter | 104 | 104 |
| River flooding risk (FEMA) | Very high | Moderate |
Bold marks the better value where one is clearly better.
Grades by category
| Coppell | Grapevine | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | C+ (53) | B- (59) |
| Jobs and income | A (93) | A- (82) |
| Schools | A (92) | B+ (73) |
| Safety | B+ (79) | C+ (54) |
| Errands and things to do | A- (84) | C (45) |
| Getting around | D+ (30) | C- (40) |
| Education levels | A (94) | A- (84) |
| Health | A- (83) | B (69) |
| Home ownership | B+ (73) | C (41) |
| Internet access | A- (88) | A- (84) |
Cost of living
Grapevine is the cheaper of the two.
Rent is higher in Coppell: a median of $2,022 a month, 9% higher than Grapevine's $1,863.
The median home is worth $560,500 in Coppell and $493,100 in Grapevine. With 20% down at today's rates, that is about $3,901 a month against $3,305, property tax included.
Compared with what locals earn, homes cost 3.8 times income in Coppell and 4.4 times in Grapevine.
Commute and location
Commutes average 24 minutes in Coppell and 22 in Grapevine.
The two are about 5 miles apart, so many people weigh them for the same job.
Safety and schools
Coppell has less violent crime. Coppell reported 92 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, and Grapevine reported 165 in 2025. The Texas rate is 387.
For schools, 100% of Coppell's 15 rated campuses earn an A or B, against 90% of Grapevine's 10.
Common questions
Is Coppell or Grapevine better to live in?
Coppell grades higher overall (A+ vs A-). The better choice depends on what you need, so compare the categories above.
Is Coppell cheaper than Grapevine?
No. Grapevine has lower typical rent and home prices.
Which is safer, Coppell or Grapevine?
Coppell, based on violent crime per 100,000 people reported to the FBI.
Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Texas Education Agency 2025, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA. Updated 2026-10-04.