Plano, TX 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.
Plano
72.6
#865 nationally
Westminster
67.3
#1447 nationally
Plano leads in cost of living index (107 vs 131). Plano leads in walk score (39 vs 35). Plano leads in median household income ($99,936 vs $90,651).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Plano, TX | Westminster, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.6 (#865) | 67.3 (#1447) |
| Population | 287,339 | 114,875 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $499,723 | $521,100 |
| Median Household Income | $99,936 | $90,651 |
| Average Commute | 27.6 min | 26.5 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 35 |
| Crime Level | Low | 8.3 |
| School Rating | 8.5 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 131 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+11.2 | D+9.0 |
C-
72.6 Score
Plano, TX
Corporate opportunity meets family-friendly living
Median Home
$499,723
Population
287,339
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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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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