Fridley, MN vs Thornton, 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.
Fridley
73.2
#771 nationally
Thornton
66.7
#1515 nationally
Fridley leads in average commute (24 min vs 30.9 min). Fridley leads in cost of living index (104 vs 130). Thornton leads in median household income ($95,064 vs $76,592).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fridley, MN | Thornton, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.2 (#771) | 66.7 (#1515) |
| Population | 30,156 | 144,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $326,803 | $498,542 |
| Median Household Income | $76,592 | $95,064 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 104 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.4 | D+9.0 |
C
73.2 Score
Fridley, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$326,803
Population
30,156
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Midwest
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D
66.7 Score
Thornton, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$498,542
Population
144,922
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
32
West
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