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Highland, CO vs Longmont, CO

Highland, CO vs Longmont, CO: What the data shows

Highland, CO is in Highland, CO while Longmont, CO is in Longmont, CO — both in the same state. On home prices, Longmont, CO is the more affordable option at $432,500 median — $260,200 less than Highland, CO's $692,700. WYLT rates Highland, CO as Good for now — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Longmont, CO as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Highland, CO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Longmont, CO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Highland, CO has Low flood risk and Longmont, CO has Low flood risk.

Highland, CO is the more walkable neighborhood. Highland, CO scores 55/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Longmont, CO's 25/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Longmont, CO has the higher school rating Highland, CO rates 8/10 and Longmont, CO rates 8.7/10.

CategoryHighland, COLongmont, CO
Housing
VerdictGood for nowThink twice
Median Price$693K$433K

Lower price

Median Rent$2K$2K

Lower rent

Median Income$110K

Higher income

$77K
Price VolatilityLow

More stable

Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score55/100

More walkable

25/100
Transit Score10/10026/100

Better transit

Bike ScoreN/AN/A

More bikeable

Commute8 min

Shorter commute

51 min
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateGood

Cleaner air

Community
Schools8/108.7/10

Better schools

Best for
Families with kids looking for good schoolsProfessionals who commute to DenverHome buyers who prioritize stability over affordability
FamiliesCommuters to DenverStudents

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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