Baltimore, MD vs Denver, CO
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
Denver
69.1
#1250 nationally
Denver leads in median household income ($85,853 vs $58,349). Baltimore leads in cost of living index (108 vs 128). Denver leads in average commute (26.4 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baltimore, MD | Denver, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#444) | 69.1 (#1250) |
| Population | 565,239 | 713,252 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,754 | $533,060 |
| Median Household Income | $58,349 | $85,853 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 26.4 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 61 |
| Crime Level | 44.0 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 6.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+56.1 |
C
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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D+
69.1 Score
Denver, CO
Mile High City with mountain access
Median Home
$533,060
Population
713,252
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B-
West
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