Aurora, CO vs Richmond, 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.
Aurora
65
#1656 nationally
Richmond
60.3
#1940 nationally
Richmond leads in walk score (59 vs 33). Aurora leads in cost of living index (108 vs 155). Aurora leads in average commute (28.1 min vs 34.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Richmond, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 60.3 (#1940) |
| Population | 394,934 | 114,106 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $610,065 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $86,618 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 34.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 59 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 25.3 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+38.0 |
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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D-
60.3 Score
Richmond, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$610,065
Population
114,106
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
59
Pacific
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