Lynn, MA vs Niles, IL
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
Niles
74.4
#599 nationally
Niles leads in crime level (1.5 vs 15.7). Niles leads in cost of living index (115 vs 134). Niles leads in average commute (28.2 min vs 31.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Niles, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 74.4 (#599) |
| Population | 101,241 | 29,513 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $422,795 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $75,783 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 28.2 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 1.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+42.0 |
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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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74.4 Score
Niles, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$422,795
Population
29,513
Crime
Low
Walk Score
65
Midwest
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