Aurora, CO vs Pittsburg, 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
Pittsburg
62
#1881 nationally
Aurora leads in average commute (28.1 min vs 39.2 min). Pittsburg leads in median household income ($98,408 vs $72,342). Aurora leads in cost of living index (108 vs 146).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Pittsburg, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 62 (#1881) |
| Population | 394,934 | 75,803 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $566,408 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $98,408 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 39.2 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 39 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 12.6 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 146 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+38.0 |
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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D-
62 Score
Pittsburg, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$566,408
Population
75,803
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
39
Pacific
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