Longmont, CO vs Wilson, NC
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
Wilson
72.4
#899 nationally
Longmont leads in median household income ($89,720 vs $46,891). Wilson leads in cost of living index (93 vs 133). Longmont leads in walk score (39 vs 31).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Longmont, CO | Wilson, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.5 (#1632) | 72.4 (#899) |
| Population | 98,630 | 47,833 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $551,600 | $217,005 |
| Median Household Income | $89,720 | $46,891 |
| Average Commute | 25.4 min | 21.4 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 12.9 | 15.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | Even |
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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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72.4 Score
Wilson, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$217,005
Population
47,833
Crime
High
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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