Baltimore, MD vs El Monte, 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.
Baltimore
75.5
#444 nationally
El Monte
61.6
#1894 nationally
El Monte leads in crime level (11.6 vs 44.0). Baltimore leads in cost of living index (108 vs 151). Baltimore leads in walk score (64 vs 62).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baltimore, MD | El Monte, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#444) | 61.6 (#1894) |
| Population | 565,239 | 103,794 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,754 | $764,928 |
| Median Household Income | $58,349 | $59,929 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 29.3 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 44.0 | 11.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 151 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+32.9 |
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-
61.6 Score
El Monte, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$764,928
Population
103,794
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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