Aurora, CO vs Harker Heights, 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
Harker Heights
76.3
#363 nationally
Aurora leads in walk score (33 vs 27). Harker Heights leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 28.1 min). Harker Heights leads in cost of living index (102 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Harker Heights, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 76.3 (#363) |
| Population | 394,934 | 34,447 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $300,567 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $72,258 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 27 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 3.7 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 102 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | R+16.2 |
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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C
76.3 Score
Harker Heights, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$300,567
Population
34,447
Crime
Low
Walk Score
27
Southwest
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