Frederick, MD vs Hayward, 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.
Frederick
67
#1470 nationally
Hayward
61.7
#1891 nationally
Frederick leads in cost of living index (120 vs 173). Hayward leads in walk score (57 vs 47). Frederick leads in crime level (11.1 vs 13.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Frederick, MD | Hayward, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1470) | 61.7 (#1891) |
| Population | 85,793 | 155,675 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,790 | $831,558 |
| Median Household Income | $89,981 | $105,371 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 34.2 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 13.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.8 | D+53.6 |
D+
67 Score
Frederick, MD
Maryland community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$465,790
Population
85,793
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Northeast
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D-
61.7 Score
Hayward, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$831,558
Population
155,675
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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