Centennial, CO vs Goleta, 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.
Centennial
69.5
#1193 nationally
Goleta
65.8
#1608 nationally
Goleta leads in average commute (18 min vs 26 min). Centennial leads in cost of living index (145 vs 192). Goleta leads in walk score (44 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Centennial, CO | Goleta, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1193) | 65.8 (#1608) |
| Population | 106,883 | 32,665 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $641,069 | $1,364,943 |
| Median Household Income | $124,617 | $113,889 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 18 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 4.7 | 5.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 192 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+26.7 |
D+
69.5 Score
Centennial, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$641,069
Population
106,883
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
West
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D
65.8 Score
Goleta, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,364,943
Population
32,665
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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