Evans, CO vs Lincoln, 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.
Evans
66.7
#1509 nationally
Lincoln
72.8
#830 nationally
Lincoln leads in crime level (2.6 vs 10.2). Lincoln leads in walk score (84 vs 32). Evans leads in cost of living index (115 vs 153).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Evans, CO | Lincoln, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1509) | 72.8 (#830) |
| Population | 22,326 | 54,538 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $395,246 | $645,264 |
| Median Household Income | $75,544 | $99,434 |
| Average Commute | 28.5 min | 29.3 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 84 |
| Crime Level | 10.2 | 2.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 153 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.0 | R+8.5 |
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66.7 Score
Evans, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$395,246
Population
22,326
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
West
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72.8 Score
Lincoln, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$645,264
Population
54,538
Crime
Low
Walk Score
84
Pacific
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