Thornton, CO vs Union City, 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.
Thornton
66.7
#1515 nationally
Union City
60
#1943 nationally
Thornton leads in cost of living index (130 vs 201). Thornton leads in crime level (7.5 vs 11.2). Union City leads in walk score (47 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Thornton, CO | Union City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1515) | 60 (#1943) |
| Population | 144,922 | 65,414 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $498,542 | $1,223,080 |
| Median Household Income | $95,064 | $138,013 |
| Average Commute | 30.9 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 201 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.0 | D+53.6 |
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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D-
60 Score
Union City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,223,080
Population
65,414
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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