Broomfield, CO vs Walnut, 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
Walnut
63.3
#1785 nationally
Broomfield leads in cost of living index (140 vs 197). Broomfield leads in average commute (26.8 min vs 35.1 min). Walnut leads in crime level (3.5 vs 4.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Broomfield, CO | Walnut, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.9 (#1268) | 63.3 (#1785) |
| Population | 76,860 | 27,104 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,162 | $1,188,533 |
| Median Household Income | $117,541 | $130,444 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 35.1 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 140 | 197 |
| 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
63.3 Score
Walnut, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,188,533
Population
27,104
Crime
Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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