Franklin, TN vs Thornton, 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.
Franklin
66.7
#1510 nationally
Thornton
66.7
#1515 nationally
Franklin leads in crime level (3.6 vs 7.5). Thornton leads in walk score (32 vs 23). Franklin leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 30.9 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin, TN | Thornton, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1510) | 66.7 (#1515) |
| Population | 88,558 | 144,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $917,023 | $498,542 |
| Median Household Income | $106,592 | $95,064 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 3.6 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 132 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+32.4 | D+9.0 |
D
66.7 Score
Franklin, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$917,023
Population
88,558
Crime
Low
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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D
66.7 Score
Thornton, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$498,542
Population
144,922
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
32
West
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