Annapolis, MD vs Santa Monica, 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
Santa Monica
59.6
#1949 nationally
Annapolis leads in cost of living index (137 vs 273). Santa Monica leads in walk score (83 vs 48). Santa Monica leads in average commute (25.3 min vs 29.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Santa Monica, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 59.6 (#1949) |
| Population | 40,552 | 89,922 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $1,685,560 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $106,797 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 25.3 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 83 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 21.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 273 |
| 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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F
59.6 Score
Santa Monica, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,685,560
Population
89,922
Crime
High
Walk Score
83
Pacific
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