DeSoto, 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.
DeSoto
70.9
#1045 nationally
Golden
67.8
#1379 nationally
Golden leads in crime level (3.4 vs 8.9). Golden leads in walk score (42 vs 23). DeSoto leads in cost of living index (102 vs 152).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | DeSoto, TX | Golden, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.9 (#1045) | 67.8 (#1379) |
| Population | 55,740 | 20,242 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $324,582 | $865,982 |
| Median Household Income | $81,736 | $90,990 |
| Average Commute | 30.4 min | 23.8 min |
| Walk Score | 23 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 8.9 | 3.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 102 | 152 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+22.2 | D+19.5 |
C-
70.9 Score
DeSoto, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$324,582
Population
55,740
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
23
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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