Annapolis, MD vs Duarte, 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.
Annapolis
62.7
#1827 nationally
Duarte
63.7
#1745 nationally
Duarte leads in crime level (6.8 vs 22.2). Annapolis leads in cost of living index (137 vs 154). Annapolis leads in median household income ($97,219 vs $93,908).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Duarte, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 63.7 (#1745) |
| Population | 40,552 | 23,131 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $797,218 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $93,908 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 30 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 6.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 154 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+32.9 |
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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D
63.7 Score
Duarte, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$797,218
Population
23,131
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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