Frederick, MD vs Lee's Summit, MO
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
Lee's Summit
72.8
#828 nationally
Lee's Summit leads in crime level (4.1 vs 11.1). Frederick leads in walk score (47 vs 20). Lee's Summit leads in cost of living index (104 vs 120).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Frederick, MD | Lee's Summit, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1470) | 72.8 (#828) |
| Population | 85,793 | 104,184 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,790 | $399,113 |
| Median Household Income | $89,981 | $103,447 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 26.1 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 20 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 104 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.8 | D+19.3 |
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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C-
72.8 Score
Lee's Summit, MO
Mid-size Missouri city with community character
Median Home
$399,113
Population
104,184
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
20
Midwest
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