Laurel, MD vs Maplewood, MN
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.
Laurel
66.4
#1547 nationally
Maplewood
70.3
#1118 nationally
Laurel leads in walk score (53 vs 24). Maplewood leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 33.5 min). Maplewood leads in cost of living index (107 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Laurel, MD | Maplewood, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.4 (#1547) | 70.3 (#1118) |
| Population | 29,400 | 39,958 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $478,130 | $350,789 |
| Median Household Income | $92,035 | $86,769 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 10.8 | 12.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+43.3 |
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
View Laurel, MD →
C-
70.3 Score
Maplewood, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$350,789
Population
39,958
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
24
Midwest
View Maplewood, MN →