City vs city
Ballenger Creek, MD vs Columbia, MD
| Ballenger Creek | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,866 | 105,871 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 6.3% | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $369,800 | $480,300 |
| Median rent | $1,913 | $1,998 |
| Household income | $108,385 | $129,173 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% | 4.5% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 27% | 29% |
| State crime /100k | 2,218 | 2,218 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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