Broomfield, CO vs Simi Valley, 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
Simi Valley
67.3
#1445 nationally
Broomfield leads in cost of living index (140 vs 176). Simi Valley leads in walk score (39 vs 33). Simi Valley leads in crime level (3.5 vs 4.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Broomfield, CO | Simi Valley, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.9 (#1268) | 67.3 (#1445) |
| Population | 76,860 | 125,113 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,162 | $841,774 |
| Median Household Income | $117,541 | $112,144 |
| Average Commute | 26.8 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 4.1 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 140 | 176 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.5 | D+15.1 |
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+
67.3 Score
Simi Valley, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$841,774
Population
125,113
Crime
Low
Walk Score
39
Pacific
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