Melrose, MA vs Sandy, UT
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.
Melrose
67.3
#1438 nationally
Sandy
70.7
#1076 nationally
Melrose leads in walk score (62 vs 35). Sandy leads in average commute (23.4 min vs 37.1 min). Sandy leads in cost of living index (129 vs 167).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Melrose, MA | Sandy, UT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.3 (#1438) | 70.7 (#1076) |
| Population | 29,357 | 91,943 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $930,823 | $667,692 |
| Median Household Income | $126,305 | $108,165 |
| Average Commute | 37.1 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 2.8 | 2.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 167 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.5 | D+10.2 |
D+
67.3 Score
Melrose, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$930,823
Population
29,357
Crime
Low
Walk Score
62
Northeast
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C-
70.7 Score
Sandy, UT
Utah community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$667,692
Population
91,943
Crime
Low
Walk Score
35
West
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