Lenexa, KS 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.
Lenexa
72.8
#829 nationally
Thornton
66.7
#1515 nationally
Lenexa leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 30.9 min). Lenexa leads in crime level (5.0 vs 7.5). Lenexa leads in cost of living index (111 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lenexa, KS | Thornton, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#829) | 66.7 (#1515) |
| Population | 58,536 | 144,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $485,239 | $498,542 |
| Median Household Income | $101,074 | $95,064 |
| Average Commute | 19.6 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 5.0 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.5 | D+9.0 |
C-
72.8 Score
Lenexa, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$485,239
Population
58,536
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
33
Midwest
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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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