Melissa vs Wylie: the data, side by side
Wylie's typical home value is $7,075 lower than Melissa's ($423,647 vs $430,722, Zillow ZHVI, June 2026). On the computed commute grid, Wylie posts the shorter free-flow drive to 9 of the six tracked employment centers. Which trade wins depends on your workplace and budget — the Fit Engine scores it for your exact profile.
Verified facts
| Melissa | Wylie | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Collin | Collin |
| Population (Census Vintage 2024) | 26,194 | 62,954 |
| Typical home value (Zillow ZHVI, June 2026) | $430,722 | $423,647 |
| Typical rent (Zillow ZORI, June 2026) | $1,927 | $1,859 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 estimates · Zillow ZHVI/ZORI June 2026 · OSRM commute grid 2026-08-09 · full methodology
Commutes compared
| Destination | Melissa | Wylie |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy West | 29 | 33 |
| Frisco (The Star) | 30 | 37 |
| Las Colinas | 52 | 46 |
| DFW Airport | 55 | 55 |
| Downtown Dallas | 45 | 39 |
| Downtown Fort Worth | 75 | 72 |
| Richardson CityLine | 29 | 22 |
| Addison | 41 | 35 |
| Medical District | 51 | 45 |
| AllianceTexas | 82 | 82 |
| Cypress Waters | 51 | 45 |
Free-flow driving minutes (OSRM model, computed 2026-08-09). Peak-hour drives run meaningfully higher.
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