Frederick, MD vs West Covina, 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
West Covina
62.4
#1862 nationally
West Covina leads in crime level (6.6 vs 11.1). Frederick leads in cost of living index (120 vs 165). Frederick leads in average commute (29.8 min vs 33 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Frederick, MD | West Covina, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1470) | 62.4 (#1862) |
| Population | 85,793 | 105,617 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,790 | $849,988 |
| Median Household Income | $89,981 | $96,219 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 6.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.8 | D+32.9 |
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-
62.4 Score
West Covina, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$849,988
Population
105,617
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
47
Pacific
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