Greenwood, IN vs Laurel, MD
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.
Greenwood
74.8
#544 nationally
Laurel
66.4
#1547 nationally
Greenwood leads in crime level (3.0 vs 10.8). Laurel leads in walk score (53 vs 25). Greenwood leads in cost of living index (97 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Greenwood, IN | Laurel, MD |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.8 (#544) | 66.4 (#1547) |
| Population | 66,296 | 29,400 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $331,653 | $478,130 |
| Median Household Income | $75,398 | $92,035 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 33.5 min |
| Walk Score | 25 | 53 |
| Crime Level | 3.0 | 10.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 125 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+34.3 | D+13.9 |
C
74.8 Score
Greenwood, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$331,653
Population
66,296
Crime
Low
Walk Score
25
Midwest
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D
66.4 Score
Laurel, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$478,130
Population
29,400
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Northeast
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