Clinton, MS vs Gaithersburg, MD
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.
Clinton
79.4
#122 nationally
Gaithersburg
68.7
#1291 nationally
Clinton leads in crime level (1.9 vs 6.9). Gaithersburg leads in walk score (52 vs 19). Clinton leads in cost of living index (96 vs 141).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clinton, MS | Gaithersburg, MD |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.4 (#122) | 68.7 (#1291) |
| Population | 26,698 | 69,563 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $239,559 | $522,428 |
| Median Household Income | $71,315 | $104,544 |
| Average Commute | 25.8 min | 30.5 min |
| Walk Score | 19 | 52 |
| Crime Level | 1.9 | 6.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 141 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | D+53.3 |
C+
79.4 Score
Clinton, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$239,559
Population
26,698
Crime
Low
Walk Score
19
Southeast
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D+
68.7 Score
Gaithersburg, MD
Maryland community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$522,428
Population
69,563
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
52
Northeast
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