Broomfield, CO vs Irvine, 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.
Broomfield
68.9
#1268 nationally
Irvine
67.2
#1452 nationally
Irvine leads in walk score (44 vs 33). Broomfield leads in cost of living index (140 vs 178). Irvine leads in average commute (25.8 min vs 26.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Broomfield, CO | Irvine, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.9 (#1268) | 67.2 (#1452) |
| Population | 76,860 | 307,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,162 | $1,517,431 |
| Median Household Income | $117,541 | $116,519 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 25.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 9.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 140 | 178 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.5 | D+2.6 |
D+
68.9 Score
Broomfield, CO
Colorado community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$627,162
Population
76,860
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
33
West
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D+
67.2 Score
Irvine, CA
Master-planned perfection in Southern California
Median Home
$1,517,431
Population
307,670
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A+
Pacific
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