Arvada, CO vs Goleta, CA
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
Goleta
65.8
#1608 nationally
Goleta leads in average commute (18 min vs 26.9 min). Goleta leads in crime level (5.6 vs 7.8). Arvada leads in cost of living index (138 vs 192).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arvada, CO | Goleta, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.8 (#1495) | 65.8 (#1608) |
| Population | 121,414 | 32,665 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $605,230 | $1,364,943 |
| Median Household Income | $106,014 | $113,889 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 18 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 5.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+26.7 |
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
65.8 Score
Goleta, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,364,943
Population
32,665
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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