Frederick, MD vs Overland Park, KS
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
Overland Park
75.2
#489 nationally
Frederick leads in walk score (47 vs 32). Overland Park leads in average commute (22.4 min vs 29.8 min). Overland Park leads in cost of living index (99 vs 120).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Frederick, MD | Overland Park, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1470) | 75.2 (#489) |
| Population | 85,793 | 197,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,790 | $490,568 |
| Median Household Income | $89,981 | $97,126 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 22.4 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.7 |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.8 | D+8.5 |
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
75.2 Score
Overland Park, KS
Midwest value meets modern amenities
Median Home
$490,568
Population
197,238
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
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