Frederick, MD vs Golden, CO
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.
Frederick
67
#1470 nationally
Golden
67.8
#1379 nationally
Golden leads in crime level (3.4 vs 11.1). Frederick leads in cost of living index (120 vs 152). Golden leads in average commute (23.8 min vs 29.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Frederick, MD | Golden, CO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1470) | 67.8 (#1379) |
| Population | 85,793 | 20,242 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $465,790 | $865,982 |
| Median Household Income | $89,981 | $90,990 |
| Average Commute | 29.8 min | 23.8 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 3.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 120 | 152 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.8 | D+19.5 |
D+
67 Score
Frederick, MD
Maryland community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$465,790
Population
85,793
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Northeast
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D+
67.8 Score
Golden, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$865,982
Population
20,242
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
West
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