Thornton, CO vs Westminster, 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
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (65 vs 32). Thornton leads in crime level (7.5 vs 12.0). Thornton leads in cost of living index (130 vs 171).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Thornton, CO | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1515) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 144,922 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $498,542 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $95,064 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 30.9 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.0 | D+2.6 |
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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-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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