Broomfield, CO vs Palmdale, 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
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Broomfield leads in crime level (4.1 vs 15.1). Broomfield leads in average commute (26.8 min vs 41.3 min). Broomfield leads in median household income ($117,541 vs $78,414).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Broomfield, CO | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.9 (#1268) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 76,860 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,162 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $117,541 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 140 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.5 | D+32.9 |
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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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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