Boulder, CO vs Kansas City, MO
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.
Boulder
67.4
#1424 nationally
Kansas City
71.3
#998 nationally
Kansas City leads in cost of living index (87 vs 165). Boulder leads in walk score (62 vs 34). Boulder leads in school rating (8.4 vs 5.5).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boulder, CO | Kansas City, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.4 (#1424) | 71.3 (#998) |
| Population | 103,166 | 508,090 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $957,377 | $255,590 |
| Median Household Income | $86,098 | $59,699 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 23.6 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 34 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-Low | High |
| School Rating | 8.4 | 5.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 87 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | D+19.3 |
D+
67.4 Score
Boulder, CO
Nature meets innovation at the Flatirons
Median Home
$957,377
Population
103,166
Crime
Moderate-Low
Schools
A
West
View Boulder, CO →
C-
71.3 Score
Kansas City, MO
BBQ, jazz, and unexpected cool
Median Home
$255,590
Population
508,090
Crime
High
Schools
C
Midwest
View Kansas City, MO →
Try a different matchup
Swap Boulder for: