Broomfield, CO vs South Pasadena, 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.
Broomfield
68.9
#1268 nationally
South Pasadena
63.6
#1760 nationally
South Pasadena leads in walk score (67 vs 33). Broomfield leads in cost of living index (140 vs 228). Broomfield leads in crime level (4.1 vs 5.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Broomfield, CO | South Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.9 (#1268) | 63.6 (#1760) |
| Population | 76,860 | 25,623 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,162 | $1,707,701 |
| Median Household Income | $117,541 | $127,882 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 140 | 228 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.5 | D+32.9 |
D+
68.9 Score
Broomfield, CO
Colorado community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$627,162
Population
76,860
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
33
West
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D
63.6 Score
South Pasadena, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,707,701
Population
25,623
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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