Westminster, MD vs Whittier, 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.
Westminster
66.3
#1565 nationally
Whittier
61.9
#1886 nationally
Westminster leads in crime level (6.6 vs 13.4). Whittier leads in walk score (64 vs 38). Westminster leads in cost of living index (115 vs 165).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Westminster, MD | Whittier, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.3 (#1565) | 61.9 (#1886) |
| Population | 20,536 | 84,143 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $470,642 | $826,386 |
| Median Household Income | $71,286 | $89,686 |
| Average Commute | 29.7 min | 33 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 64 |
| Crime Level | 6.6 | 13.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 165 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+25.0 | D+32.9 |
D
66.3 Score
Westminster, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$470,642
Population
20,536
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Northeast
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D-
61.9 Score
Whittier, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$826,386
Population
84,143
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
64
Pacific
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