Burton, MI vs Northampton, MA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Burton
76
#391 nationally
Northampton
67.3
#1440 nationally
Northampton leads in walk score (44 vs 24). Northampton leads in crime level (12.2 vs 21.0). Burton leads in cost of living index (85 vs 129).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Burton, MI | Northampton, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76 (#391) | 67.3 (#1440) |
| Population | 29,376 | 29,370 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $160,360 | $503,242 |
| Median Household Income | $55,698 | $80,981 |
| Average Commute | 25.3 min | 21.3 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 21.0 | 12.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 85 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+4.2 | D+41.9 |
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76 Score
Burton, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$160,360
Population
29,376
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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D+
67.3 Score
Northampton, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$503,242
Population
29,370
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
44
Northeast
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