Braintree Town, MA vs Federal Way, WA
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.
Federal Way
61.8
#1889 nationally
Braintree Town leads in crime level (7.8 vs 14.9). Braintree Town leads in median household income ($120,593 vs $80,360). Federal Way leads in cost of living index (133 vs 149).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Braintree Town, MA | Federal Way, WA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 38,490 | 97,701 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $598,030 |
| Median Household Income | $120,593 | $80,360 |
| Average Commute | 32.6 min | 33.3 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 38 |
| Crime Level | 7.8 | 14.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 149 | 133 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.8 | D+51.7 |
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Score
Braintree Town, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Population
38,490
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
38
Median Income
$120,593
Northeast
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D-
61.8 Score
Federal Way, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$598,030
Population
97,701
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
38
Pacific
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