Central, LA vs Westminster, 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.
Westminster
67.3
#1447 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (35 vs 7). Central leads in cost of living index (107 vs 131). Central leads in crime level (7.1 vs 8.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Central, LA | Westminster, CO |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,781 | 114,875 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $521,100 |
| Median Household Income | $82,714 | $90,651 |
| Average Commute | 30.8 min | 26.5 min |
| Walk Score | 7 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 8.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 131 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+11.1 | D+9.0 |
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Score
Central, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Population
29,781
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
7
Median Income
$82,714
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D+
67.3 Score
Westminster, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$521,100
Population
114,875
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
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