Abilene, TX vs West Springfield Town, MA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Abilene
77.5
#236 nationally
Abilene leads in cost of living index (93 vs 117). Abilene leads in average commute (15.2 min vs 18.7 min). West Springfield Town leads in median household income ($67,297 vs $59,254).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Abilene, TX | West Springfield Town, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 129,043 | 28,424 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $222,710 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $59,254 | $67,297 |
| Average Commute | 15.2 min | 18.7 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 11.6 | 11.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 117 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+49.8 | D+8.9 |
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77.5 Score
Abilene, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$222,710
Population
129,043
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
31
Southwest
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West Springfield Town, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Population
28,424
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
35
Median Income
$67,297
Northeast
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