Aurora, CO vs Lynn, 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.
Aurora
65
#1656 nationally
Lynn
62.7
#1833 nationally
Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 33). Aurora leads in cost of living index (108 vs 134). Aurora leads in average commute (28.1 min vs 31.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Aurora, CO | Lynn, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1656) | 62.7 (#1833) |
| Population | 394,934 | 101,241 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $458,582 | $590,160 |
| Median Household Income | $72,342 | $70,046 |
| Average Commute | 28.1 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 70 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 15.7 |
| School Rating | 5.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 134 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+20.3 |
D
65 Score
Aurora, CO
Denver's diverse neighbor
Median Home
$458,582
Population
394,934
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
West
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D-
62.7 Score
Lynn, MA
Mid-size Massachusetts city with community character
Median Home
$590,160
Population
101,241
Crime
High
Walk Score
70
Northeast
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