Independence, MO vs Northglenn, 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.
Independence
73.6
#702 nationally
Northglenn
66.7
#1511 nationally
Northglenn leads in walk score (47 vs 28). Independence leads in cost of living index (90 vs 125). Northglenn leads in median household income ($77,797 vs $57,415).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Northglenn, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 66.7 (#1511) |
| Population | 120,922 | 38,164 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $458,944 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $77,797 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 27.3 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 11.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 125 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+19.3 | D+9.0 |
C
73.6 Score
Independence, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$214,173
Population
120,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
28
Midwest
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D
66.7 Score
Northglenn, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$458,944
Population
38,164
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
West
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