Boston, MA vs Duluth, GA
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
Duluth
69.6
#1184 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 31). Duluth leads in cost of living index (113 vs 155). Duluth leads in median household income ($88,915 vs $81,744).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Duluth, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 69.6 (#1184) |
| Population | 684,379 | 32,350 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $444,233 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $88,915 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 31 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 4.6 |
| School Rating | 7.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 113 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | D+16.5 |
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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D+
69.6 Score
Duluth, GA
Small Georgia city with local appeal
Median Home
$444,233
Population
32,350
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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