Lynn, MA vs Phenix City, AL
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
Phenix City
72.3
#910 nationally
Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 24). Lynn leads in median household income ($70,046 vs $46,944). Phenix City leads in cost of living index (90 vs 134).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Phenix City, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 72.3 (#910) |
| Population | 101,241 | 38,441 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $212,499 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $46,944 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 21.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 90 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+27.8 |
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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C-
72.3 Score
Phenix City, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$212,499
Population
38,441
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Southeast
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