Baltimore, MD vs Delray Beach, FL
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.
Baltimore
75.5
#444 nationally
Delray Beach
70.5
#1094 nationally
Delray Beach leads in crime level (11.6 vs 44.0). Baltimore leads in walk score (64 vs 35). Delray Beach leads in average commute (22.3 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baltimore, MD | Delray Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#444) | 70.5 (#1094) |
| Population | 565,239 | 67,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,754 | $343,917 |
| Median Household Income | $58,349 | $76,558 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 22.3 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 44.0 | 11.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+0.8 |
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75.5 Score
Baltimore, MD
Major Maryland city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$189,754
Population
565,239
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
64
Northeast
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70.5 Score
Delray Beach, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$343,917
Population
67,536
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
35
Southeast
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