Annapolis, MD vs Bloomington, IL
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.
Annapolis
62.7
#1827 nationally
Bloomington
77.6
#228 nationally
Bloomington leads in crime level (8.6 vs 22.2). Bloomington leads in average commute (16.3 min vs 29.2 min). Bloomington leads in cost of living index (97 vs 137).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Bloomington, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 77.6 (#228) |
| Population | 40,552 | 78,587 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $272,368 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $73,119 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 16.3 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 8.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 97 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+4.9 |
D-
62.7 Score
Annapolis, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$627,429
Population
40,552
Crime
High
Walk Score
48
Northeast
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C+
77.6 Score
Bloomington, IL
Illinois community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$272,368
Population
78,587
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
35
Midwest
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