Lynn, MA vs Salisbury, NC
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
Salisbury
66.6
#1526 nationally
Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 27). Lynn leads in crime level (15.7 vs 26.3). Salisbury leads in average commute (21.8 min vs 31.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Salisbury, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 66.6 (#1526) |
| Population | 101,241 | 36,319 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $284,346 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $48,888 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 26.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+35.9 |
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
66.6 Score
Salisbury, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$284,346
Population
36,319
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
27
Southeast
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