Durham, NC vs Northglenn, CO
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.
Durham
69.4
#1213 nationally
Northglenn
66.7
#1511 nationally
Northglenn leads in walk score (47 vs 33). Durham leads in cost of living index (102 vs 125). Durham leads in average commute (22.8 min vs 27.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Durham, NC | Northglenn, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.4 (#1213) | 66.7 (#1511) |
| Population | 283,506 | 38,164 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $395,976 | $458,944 |
| Median Household Income | $67,432 | $77,797 |
| Average Commute | 22.8 min | 27.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 47 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 11.8 |
| School Rating | 6.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 125 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+61.9 | D+9.0 |
D+
69.4 Score
Durham, NC
Bull City innovation and inclusion
Median Home
$395,976
Population
283,506
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
Southeast
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D
66.7 Score
Northglenn, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$458,944
Population
38,164
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
West
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