Franklin Town, MA vs South Pasadena, CA
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.
South Pasadena
63.6
#1760 nationally
South Pasadena leads in walk score (67 vs 22). Franklin Town leads in crime level (2.6 vs 5.8). Franklin Town leads in cost of living index (144 vs 228).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Franklin Town, MA | South Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 33,125 | 25,623 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $1,707,701 |
| Median Household Income | $138,062 | $127,882 |
| Average Commute | 34.4 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 22 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 2.6 | 5.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 144 | 228 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.8 | D+32.9 |
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Score
Franklin Town, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Population
33,125
Crime
Low
Walk Score
22
Median Income
$138,062
Northeast
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63.6 Score
South Pasadena, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,707,701
Population
25,623
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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