Kokomo, IN vs Westminster, MD
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.
Kokomo
79
#148 nationally
Westminster
66.3
#1565 nationally
Westminster leads in crime level (6.6 vs 13.3). Kokomo leads in average commute (19.2 min vs 29.7 min). Kokomo leads in cost of living index (86 vs 115).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Kokomo, IN | Westminster, MD |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79 (#148) | 66.3 (#1565) |
| Population | 59,890 | 20,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $185,794 | $470,642 |
| Median Household Income | $53,967 | $71,286 |
| Average Commute | 19.2 min | 29.7 min |
| Walk Score | 40 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 13.3 | 6.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 86 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+35.3 | R+25.0 |
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79 Score
Kokomo, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$185,794
Population
59,890
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
40
Midwest
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66.3 Score
Westminster, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$470,642
Population
20,536
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Northeast
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