Gaithersburg, MD vs Pooler, GA
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.
Gaithersburg
68.7
#1291 nationally
Pooler
75.2
#491 nationally
Gaithersburg leads in walk score (52 vs 13). Pooler leads in crime level (2.9 vs 6.9). Pooler leads in cost of living index (108 vs 141).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gaithersburg, MD | Pooler, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.7 (#1291) | 75.2 (#491) |
| Population | 69,563 | 29,544 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $522,428 | $343,718 |
| Median Household Income | $104,544 | $89,812 |
| Average Commute | 30.5 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 13 |
| Crime Level | 6.9 | 2.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 141 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+53.3 | D+18.0 |
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68.7 Score
Gaithersburg, MD
Maryland community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$522,428
Population
69,563
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
52
Northeast
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75.2 Score
Pooler, GA
Small Georgia city with local appeal
Median Home
$343,718
Population
29,544
Crime
Low
Walk Score
13
Southeast
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