Longmont, CO vs Soledad, 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.
Longmont
65.5
#1632 nationally
Soledad
64.3
#1704 nationally
Soledad leads in crime level (7.0 vs 12.9). Longmont leads in walk score (39 vs 29). Longmont leads in cost of living index (133 vs 143).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Longmont, CO | Soledad, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.5 (#1632) | 64.3 (#1704) |
| Population | 98,630 | 23,947 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $551,600 | $646,952 |
| Median Household Income | $89,720 | $85,040 |
| Average Commute | 25.4 min | 26 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 12.9 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | D+29.9 |
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65.5 Score
Longmont, CO
Colorado community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$551,600
Population
98,630
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
39
West
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64.3 Score
Soledad, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$646,952
Population
23,947
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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