Lynn, MA vs Seal Beach, 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
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 41). Seal Beach leads in crime level (13.2 vs 15.7). Lynn leads in cost of living index (134 vs 149).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 101,241 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+2.6 |
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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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F
59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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