Evans, CO vs Riverside, 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
Riverside
60.4
#1938 nationally
Evans leads in crime level (10.2 vs 16.2). Riverside leads in walk score (43 vs 32). Evans leads in cost of living index (115 vs 140).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Evans, CO | Riverside, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.7 (#1509) | 60.4 (#1938) |
| Population | 22,326 | 318,858 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $395,246 | $650,289 |
| Median Household Income | $75,544 | $83,448 |
| Average Commute | 28.5 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 32 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 10.2 | 16.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.0 | R+1.3 |
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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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D-
60.4 Score
Riverside, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$650,289
Population
318,858
Crime
High
Walk Score
43
Pacific
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