Arvada, CO vs Commerce City, CO
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.
Arvada
66.8
#1495 nationally
Commerce City
63.6
#1753 nationally
Arvada leads in crime level (7.8 vs 21.7). Arvada leads in walk score (35 vs 30). Arvada leads in average commute (26.9 min vs 30 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arvada, CO | Commerce City, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.8 (#1495) | 63.6 (#1753) |
| Population | 121,414 | 68,245 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $605,230 | $487,526 |
| Median Household Income | $106,014 | $96,484 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 30 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 30 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 21.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+9.0 |
D
66.8 Score
Arvada, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$605,230
Population
121,414
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
West
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D
63.6 Score
Commerce City, CO
Colorado community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$487,526
Population
68,245
Crime
High
Walk Score
30
West
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