Olathe, KS vs Westminster, 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.
Olathe
73.9
#662 nationally
Westminster
67.3
#1447 nationally
Olathe leads in crime level (5.4 vs 8.3). Olathe leads in cost of living index (106 vs 131). Olathe leads in average commute (21.5 min vs 26.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Olathe, KS | Westminster, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#662) | 67.3 (#1447) |
| Population | 147,461 | 114,875 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $440,222 | $521,100 |
| Median Household Income | $108,077 | $90,651 |
| Average Commute | 21.5 min | 26.5 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 5.4 | 8.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 106 | 131 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.5 | D+9.0 |
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73.9 Score
Olathe, KS
Mid-size Kansas city with community character
Median Home
$440,222
Population
147,461
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
30
Midwest
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D+
67.3 Score
Westminster, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$521,100
Population
114,875
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
West
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