Arvada, CO vs San Dimas, 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
San Dimas
61.6
#1900 nationally
Arvada leads in cost of living index (138 vs 166). Arvada leads in average commute (26.9 min vs 31.9 min). San Dimas leads in walk score (37 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arvada, CO | San Dimas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.8 (#1495) | 61.6 (#1900) |
| Population | 121,414 | 33,105 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $605,230 | $922,772 |
| Median Household Income | $106,014 | $102,241 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 31.9 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 138 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+32.9 |
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-
61.6 Score
San Dimas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$922,772
Population
33,105
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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