Boulder, CO vs Plano, 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.
Boulder
67.4
#1424 nationally
Plano
72.6
#865 nationally
Boulder leads in walk score (62 vs 39). Plano leads in cost of living index (107 vs 165). Boulder leads in average commute (21.4 min vs 27.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boulder, CO | Plano, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.4 (#1424) | 72.6 (#865) |
| Population | 103,166 | 287,339 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $957,377 | $499,723 |
| Median Household Income | $86,098 | $99,936 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 39 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-Low | Low |
| School Rating | 8.4 | 8.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | R+11.2 |
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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C-
72.6 Score
Plano, TX
Corporate opportunity meets family-friendly living
Median Home
$499,723
Population
287,339
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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