Annapolis, MD vs Vista, 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
Vista
63.3
#1784 nationally
Vista leads in crime level (8.7 vs 22.2). Annapolis leads in cost of living index (137 vs 158). Annapolis leads in median household income ($97,219 vs $88,715).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Vista, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 63.3 (#1784) |
| Population | 40,552 | 98,344 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $879,716 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $88,715 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 27.1 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 8.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+16.8 |
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
63.3 Score
Vista, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$879,716
Population
98,344
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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