Aurora, CO vs Castle Rock, 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.
Aurora
65
#1656 nationally
Castle Rock
70.5
#1092 nationally
Aurora leads in walk score (33 vs 11). Castle Rock leads in median household income ($135,985 vs $72,342). Aurora leads in cost of living index (108 vs 141).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Castle Rock, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 70.5 (#1092) |
| Population | 394,934 | 81,415 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $666,242 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $135,985 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 29.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 11 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 1.0 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 141 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | R+7.0 |
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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70.5 Score
Castle Rock, CO
Colorado community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$666,242
Population
81,415
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
11
West
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