Annapolis, MD vs Torrance, 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.
Annapolis
62.7
#1827 nationally
Torrance
64.2
#1714 nationally
Torrance leads in crime level (8.5 vs 22.2). Annapolis leads in cost of living index (137 vs 195). Torrance leads in walk score (67 vs 48).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Annapolis, MD | Torrance, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1827) | 64.2 (#1714) |
| Population | 40,552 | 139,224 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $627,429 | $1,117,906 |
| Median Household Income | $97,219 | $109,554 |
| Average Commute | 29.2 min | 27.8 min |
| Walk Score | 48 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 22.2 | 8.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 137 | 195 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+32.9 |
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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D
64.2 Score
Torrance, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,117,906
Population
139,224
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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