Carrollton, TX vs Golden, CO
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.
Carrollton
75.3
#472 nationally
Golden
67.8
#1379 nationally
Carrollton leads in cost of living index (111 vs 152). Golden leads in walk score (42 vs 36). Golden leads in crime level (3.4 vs 3.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carrollton, TX | Golden, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.3 (#472) | 67.8 (#1379) |
| Population | 132,918 | 20,242 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $405,531 | $865,982 |
| Median Household Income | $95,380 | $90,990 |
| Average Commute | 24.4 min | 23.8 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 3.8 | 3.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 152 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | D+19.5 |
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75.3 Score
Carrollton, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$405,531
Population
132,918
Crime
Low
Walk Score
36
Southwest
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D+
67.8 Score
Golden, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$865,982
Population
20,242
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
West
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