Annapolis, MD vs Lakewood, 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
Lakewood
63.1
#1796 nationally
Lakewood leads in crime level (12.4 vs 22.2). Annapolis leads in cost of living index (137 vs 168). Lakewood leads in walk score (58 vs 48).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Lakewood, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 63.1 (#1796) |
| Population | 40,552 | 78,135 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $882,830 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $113,030 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 29.8 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 12.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 168 |
| 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
63.1 Score
Lakewood, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$882,830
Population
78,135
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
58
Pacific
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