Aurora, CO vs Keizer, OR
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
Keizer
70
#1143 nationally
Keizer leads in average commute (24.5 min vs 28.1 min). Aurora leads in cost of living index (108 vs 117). Keizer leads in walk score (35 vs 33).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Keizer, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 70 (#1143) |
| Population | 394,934 | 38,564 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $453,552 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $75,753 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 35 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 4.0 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 117 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | R+2.0 |
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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 Score
Keizer, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$453,552
Population
38,564
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
Pacific
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