Golden, CO vs Henderson, NV
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.
Golden
67.8
#1379 nationally
Henderson
72.8
#826 nationally
Henderson leads in cost of living index (108 vs 152). Golden leads in walk score (42 vs 30). Golden leads in average commute (23.8 min vs 26.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Golden, CO | Henderson, NV |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.8 (#1379) | 72.8 (#826) |
| Population | 20,242 | 330,891 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $865,982 | $485,484 |
| Median Household Income | $90,990 | $83,567 |
| Average Commute | 23.8 min | 26.2 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 30 |
| Crime Level | 3.4 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 152 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.5 | D+2.6 |
D+
67.8 Score
Golden, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$865,982
Population
20,242
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
West
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C-
72.8 Score
Henderson, NV
Vegas suburb with small-town feel
Median Home
$485,484
Population
330,891
Crime
Very Low
Schools
B
West
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