Downey, CA vs Laurel, 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.
Downey
61.3
#1911 nationally
Laurel
66.4
#1547 nationally
Laurel leads in cost of living index (125 vs 165). Downey leads in walk score (61 vs 53). Laurel leads in crime level (10.8 vs 12.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Downey, CA | Laurel, MD |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.3 (#1911) | 66.4 (#1547) |
| Population | 108,816 | 29,400 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $885,146 | $478,130 |
| Median Household Income | $84,236 | $92,035 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 33.5 min |
| Walk Score | 61 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 12.3 | 10.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 125 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+13.9 |
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61.3 Score
Downey, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$885,146
Population
108,816
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
61
Pacific
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D
66.4 Score
Laurel, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$478,130
Population
29,400
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Northeast
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