Annapolis, MD vs Apple Valley, 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.
Annapolis
62.7
#1827 nationally
Apple Valley
72.8
#818 nationally
Apple Valley leads in crime level (5.9 vs 22.2). Annapolis leads in walk score (48 vs 21). Apple Valley leads in cost of living index (113 vs 137).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Apple Valley, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 72.8 (#818) |
| Population | 40,552 | 55,336 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $381,926 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $97,588 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 26.1 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 21 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 5.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+12.9 |
D-
62.7 Score
Annapolis, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$627,429
Population
40,552
Crime
High
Walk Score
48
Northeast
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C-
72.8 Score
Apple Valley, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$381,926
Population
55,336
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
21
Midwest
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