Independence, MO 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.
Independence
73.6
#702 nationally
Thornton
66.7
#1515 nationally
Thornton leads in crime level (7.5 vs 15.6). Thornton leads in median household income ($95,064 vs $57,415). Independence leads in cost of living index (90 vs 130).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Independence, MO | Thornton, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.6 (#702) | 66.7 (#1515) |
| Population | 120,922 | 144,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $214,173 | $498,542 |
| Median Household Income | $57,415 | $95,064 |
| Average Commute | 23.9 min | 30.9 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 15.6 | 7.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 90 | 130 |
| 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
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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