Lynn, MA vs Oakland, 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
Oakland
62
#1880 nationally
Oakland leads in median household income ($85,459 vs $70,046). Lynn leads in cost of living index (134 vs 155). Oakland leads in walk score (73 vs 70).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Oakland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 62 (#1880) |
| Population | 101,241 | 433,823 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $717,798 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $85,459 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 155 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+53.6 |
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-
62 Score
Oakland, CA
Gritty, diverse, and full of culture
Median Home
$717,798
Population
433,823
Crime
High
Schools
C
Pacific
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