Elk Grove, CA vs Lafayette, 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.
Elk Grove
66.7
#1508 nationally
Lafayette
67
#1472 nationally
Elk Grove leads in crime level (5.2 vs 7.5). Lafayette leads in average commute (24.5 min vs 33.1 min). Lafayette leads in walk score (42 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elk Grove, CA | Lafayette, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1508) | 67 (#1472) |
| Population | 178,444 | 30,439 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $634,683 | $672,615 |
| Median Household Income | $115,864 | $105,819 |
| Average Commute | 33.1 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 5.2 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 148 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.7 | D+55.8 |
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66.7 Score
Elk Grove, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$634,683
Population
178,444
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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D+
67 Score
Lafayette, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$672,615
Population
30,439
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
West
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