Aurora, CO vs Boise, ID
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.
Aurora
65
#1656 nationally
Boise
73.2
#766 nationally
Boise leads in average commute (19.1 min vs 28.1 min). Boise leads in school rating (7.8 vs 5.4). Boise leads in walk score (38 vs 33).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Boise, ID |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 73.2 (#766) |
| Population | 394,934 | 237,963 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $507,649 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $82,500 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 19.1 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 38 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | Low |
| School Rating | 5.4 | 7.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | R+10.3 |
D
65 Score
Aurora, CO
Denver's diverse neighbor
Median Home
$458,582
Population
394,934
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
West
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C
73.2 Score
Boise, ID
Mountain living meets urban opportunity
Median Home
$507,649
Population
237,963
Crime
Low
Schools
B+
West
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