Laurel, MD vs Schertz, TX
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
Schertz
74.5
#586 nationally
Schertz leads in crime level (4.2 vs 10.8). Laurel leads in walk score (53 vs 22). Schertz leads in cost of living index (107 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Laurel, MD | Schertz, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.4 (#1547) | 74.5 (#586) |
| Population | 29,400 | 43,239 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $478,130 | $315,578 |
| Median Household Income | $92,035 | $94,173 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 30.2 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 22 |
| Crime Level | 10.8 | 4.2 |
| 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 | R+29.5 |
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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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74.5 Score
Schertz, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$315,578
Population
43,239
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
22
Southwest
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