Lynn, MA vs South Pasadena, 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
South Pasadena
63.6
#1760 nationally
South Pasadena leads in crime level (5.8 vs 15.7). South Pasadena leads in median household income ($127,882 vs $70,046). Lynn leads in cost of living index (134 vs 228).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | South Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 63.6 (#1760) |
| Population | 101,241 | 25,623 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $1,707,701 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $127,882 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 5.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 228 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+32.9 |
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
63.6 Score
South Pasadena, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,707,701
Population
25,623
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
67
Pacific
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