Lynn, MA vs Madera, 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.
Lynn
62.7
#1833 nationally
Madera
65.3
#1641 nationally
Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 42). Madera leads in crime level (10.8 vs 15.7). Lynn leads in median household income ($70,046 vs $61,626).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Madera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 65.3 (#1641) |
| Population | 101,241 | 68,079 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $426,523 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $61,626 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 28.3 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 10.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+20.8 |
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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D
65.3 Score
Madera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$426,523
Population
68,079
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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