Laurel, MD vs San Leandro, 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.
Laurel
66.4
#1547 nationally
San Leandro
60.8
#1925 nationally
Laurel leads in crime level (10.8 vs 15.0). Laurel leads in cost of living index (125 vs 173). San Leandro leads in walk score (65 vs 53).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Laurel, MD | San Leandro, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.4 (#1547) | 60.8 (#1925) |
| Population | 29,400 | 85,784 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $478,130 | $805,034 |
| Median Household Income | $92,035 | $97,141 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 32.6 min |
| Walk Score | 53 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 10.8 | 15.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+53.6 |
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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D-
60.8 Score
San Leandro, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$805,034
Population
85,784
Crime
High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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