Baltimore, MD vs Fremont, 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.
Baltimore
75.5
#444 nationally
Fremont
66.8
#1497 nationally
Fremont leads in median household income ($155,342 vs $58,349). Baltimore leads in cost of living index (108 vs 185). Baltimore leads in walk score (64 vs 42).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baltimore, MD | Fremont, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#444) | 66.8 (#1497) |
| Population | 565,239 | 230,504 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,754 | $1,471,931 |
| Median Household Income | $58,349 | $155,342 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 32.4 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 44.0 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 9 |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 185 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+53.6 |
C
75.5 Score
Baltimore, MD
Major Maryland city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$189,754
Population
565,239
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
64
Northeast
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D
66.8 Score
Fremont, CA
East Bay family haven
Median Home
$1,471,931
Population
230,504
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Pacific
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