Boulder, CO vs Pico Rivera, 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.
Boulder
67.4
#1424 nationally
Pico Rivera
62.5
#1852 nationally
Boulder leads in average commute (21.4 min vs 30.8 min). Pico Rivera leads in cost of living index (148 vs 165). Boulder leads in walk score (62 vs 59).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boulder, CO | Pico Rivera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.4 (#1424) | 62.5 (#1852) |
| Population | 103,166 | 59,189 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $957,377 | $753,964 |
| Median Household Income | $86,098 | $82,539 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 59 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-Low | 12.8 |
| School Rating | 8.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 148 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | D+32.9 |
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
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D-
62.5 Score
Pico Rivera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$753,964
Population
59,189
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
59
Pacific
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