Frederick, MD vs Oakland, 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
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 47). Frederick leads in cost of living index (120 vs 155). Frederick leads in average commute (29.8 min vs 32.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Frederick, MD | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1470) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 85,793 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,790 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $89,981 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 155 |
| 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-
62 Score
Oakland, CA
Gritty, diverse, and full of culture
Median Home
$717,798
Population
433,823
Crime
High
Schools
C
Pacific
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