Boston, MA vs Lynn Haven, FL
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
Lynn Haven
75.9
#408 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 24). Lynn Haven leads in cost of living index (110 vs 155). Lynn Haven leads in average commute (24.5 min vs 30.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Lynn Haven, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 75.9 (#408) |
| Population | 684,379 | 20,501 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $325,506 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $81,378 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 24 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 3.9 |
| School Rating | 7.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | R+47.4 |
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
75.9 Score
Lynn Haven, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$325,506
Population
20,501
Crime
Low
Walk Score
24
Southeast
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