Norman, OK 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.
Norman
74.5
#584 nationally
Westminster
66.3
#1565 nationally
Norman leads in average commute (22.6 min vs 29.7 min). Westminster leads in walk score (38 vs 31). Norman leads in cost of living index (97 vs 115).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Norman, OK | Westminster, MD |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.5 (#584) | 66.3 (#1565) |
| Population | 130,046 | 20,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $265,617 | $470,642 |
| Median Household Income | $62,849 | $71,286 |
| Average Commute | 22.6 min | 29.7 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 6.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+14.9 | R+25.0 |
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74.5 Score
Norman, OK
Mid-size Oklahoma city with community character
Median Home
$265,617
Population
130,046
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
31
Southwest
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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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