Boston, MA vs Cranston, RI
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.
Boston
66.2
#1568 nationally
Cranston
73.9
#656 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 51). Cranston leads in cost of living index (114 vs 155). Cranston leads in average commute (23.9 min vs 30.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Cranston, RI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 73.9 (#656) |
| Population | 684,379 | 82,635 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $461,969 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $83,123 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 23.9 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 51 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 2.5 |
| School Rating | 7.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 114 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | D+14.4 |
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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C
73.9 Score
Cranston, RI
Rhode Island community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$461,969
Population
82,635
Crime
Low
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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