Gresham, OR vs Wheat Ridge, CO
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Gresham
65.6
#1622 nationally
Wheat Ridge
64.5
#1690 nationally
Gresham leads in crime level (11.2 vs 13.2). Wheat Ridge leads in median household income ($79,567 vs $69,437). Gresham leads in cost of living index (124 vs 135).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gresham, OR | Wheat Ridge, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.6 (#1622) | 64.5 (#1690) |
| Population | 110,685 | 31,804 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $470,730 | $595,582 |
| Median Household Income | $69,437 | $79,567 |
| Average Commute | 27.5 min | 25.4 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 45 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 124 | 135 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+62.1 | D+19.5 |
D
65.6 Score
Gresham, OR
Mid-size Oregon city with community character
Median Home
$470,730
Population
110,685
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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D
64.5 Score
Wheat Ridge, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$595,582
Population
31,804
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
45
West
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