Laurel, MD vs Ocean Springs, MS
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
Ocean Springs
77
#292 nationally
Ocean Springs leads in crime level (2.4 vs 10.8). Laurel leads in walk score (53 vs 25). Ocean Springs leads in cost of living index (96 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Laurel, MD | Ocean Springs, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.4 (#1547) | 77 (#292) |
| Population | 29,400 | 18,997 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $478,130 | $271,190 |
| Median Household Income | $92,035 | $72,500 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 28.6 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 10.8 | 2.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | R+39.9 |
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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C+
77 Score
Ocean Springs, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$271,190
Population
18,997
Crime
Low
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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