Irving, TX 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.
Irving
73.1
#789 nationally
Lafayette
67
#1472 nationally
Irving leads in cost of living index (103 vs 143). Lafayette leads in median household income ($105,819 vs $76,686). Irving leads in walk score (45 vs 42).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Irving, TX | Lafayette, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#789) | 67 (#1472) |
| Population | 254,373 | 30,439 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $343,364 | $672,615 |
| Median Household Income | $76,686 | $105,819 |
| Average Commute | 23.8 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 45 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | D+55.8 |
C
73.1 Score
Irving, TX
Growing Texas city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$343,364
Population
254,373
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
45
Southwest
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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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