Laurel, MD vs Plano, TX
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.
Laurel
66.4
#1547 nationally
Plano
72.6
#865 nationally
Laurel leads in walk score (53 vs 39). Plano leads in average commute (27.6 min vs 33.5 min). Plano leads in cost of living index (107 vs 125).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Laurel, MD | Plano, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.4 (#1547) | 72.6 (#865) |
| Population | 29,400 | 287,339 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $478,130 | $499,723 |
| Median Household Income | $92,035 | $99,936 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 10.8 | Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 8.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | R+11.2 |
D
66.4 Score
Laurel, MD
Small Maryland city with local appeal
Median Home
$478,130
Population
29,400
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
53
Northeast
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72.6 Score
Plano, TX
Corporate opportunity meets family-friendly living
Median Home
$499,723
Population
287,339
Crime
Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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