Annapolis, MD vs Crystal, MN
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
Crystal
75
#509 nationally
Crystal leads in crime level (7.7 vs 22.2). Crystal leads in cost of living index (105 vs 137). Crystal leads in average commute (24 min vs 29.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Crystal, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 75 (#509) |
| Population | 40,552 | 21,906 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $323,618 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $86,288 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+42.6 |
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
75 Score
Crystal, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,618
Population
21,906
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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