Attleboro, MA vs Boston, MA
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.
Attleboro
65.8
#1606 nationally
Boston
66.2
#1568 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 33). Attleboro leads in cost of living index (126 vs 155). Attleboro leads in median household income ($91,378 vs $81,744).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Attleboro, MA | Boston, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.8 (#1606) | 66.2 (#1568) |
| Population | 46,654 | 684,379 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $544,167 | $787,763 |
| Median Household Income | $91,378 | $81,744 |
| Average Commute | 30.3 min | 30.2 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 83 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+1.3 | D+52.5 |
D
65.8 Score
Attleboro, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$544,167
Population
46,654
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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D
66.2 Score
Boston, MA
Innovation hub with historic charm
Median Home
$787,763
Population
684,379
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Northeast
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