Aurora, CO vs Lancaster, 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.
Aurora
65
#1656 nationally
Lancaster
61.5
#1905 nationally
Aurora leads in cost of living index (108 vs 126). Aurora leads in walk score (33 vs 29). Aurora leads in average commute (28.1 min vs 30.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Lancaster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 61.5 (#1905) |
| Population | 394,934 | 166,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $465,459 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $71,367 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 29 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 22.9 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+32.9 |
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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D-
61.5 Score
Lancaster, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$465,459
Population
166,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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