Boulder, 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.
Boulder
67.4
#1424 nationally
Lynn
62.7
#1833 nationally
Boulder leads in average commute (21.4 min vs 31.3 min). Lynn leads in cost of living index (134 vs 165). Boulder leads in median household income ($86,098 vs $70,046).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boulder, CO | Lynn, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.4 (#1424) | 62.7 (#1833) |
| Population | 103,166 | 101,241 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $957,377 | $590,160 |
| Median Household Income | $86,098 | $70,046 |
| Average Commute | 21.4 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 70 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-Low | 15.7 |
| School Rating | 8.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 165 | 134 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+55.8 | D+20.3 |
D+
67.4 Score
Boulder, CO
Nature meets innovation at the Flatirons
Median Home
$957,377
Population
103,166
Crime
Moderate-Low
Schools
A
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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