Aurora, CO vs Conroe, TX
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.
Aurora
65
#1656 nationally
Conroe
70.8
#1052 nationally
Aurora leads in walk score (33 vs 24). Conroe leads in cost of living index (103 vs 108). Conroe leads in average commute (27.6 min vs 28.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Conroe, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 70.8 (#1052) |
| Population | 394,934 | 108,248 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $315,986 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $71,630 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 24 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 6.7 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 103 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | R+45.5 |
D
65 Score
Aurora, CO
Denver's diverse neighbor
Median Home
$458,582
Population
394,934
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
West
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70.8 Score
Conroe, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$315,986
Population
108,248
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Southwest
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