Northglenn, CO vs Pico Rivera, CA
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.
Northglenn
66.7
#1511 nationally
Pico Rivera
62.5
#1852 nationally
Pico Rivera leads in walk score (59 vs 47). Northglenn leads in cost of living index (125 vs 148). Northglenn leads in average commute (27.3 min vs 30.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Northglenn, CO | Pico Rivera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1511) | 62.5 (#1852) |
| Population | 38,164 | 59,189 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,944 | $753,964 |
| Median Household Income | $77,797 | $82,539 |
| Average Commute | 27.3 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 59 |
| Crime Level | 11.8 | 12.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.0 | D+32.9 |
D
66.7 Score
Northglenn, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$458,944
Population
38,164
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
West
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D-
62.5 Score
Pico Rivera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$753,964
Population
59,189
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
59
Pacific
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