Mesa, AZ vs Northampton, MA
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.
Mesa
67
#1475 nationally
Northampton
67.3
#1440 nationally
Northampton leads in average commute (21.3 min vs 24.8 min). Northampton leads in walk score (44 vs 38). Mesa leads in cost of living index (112 vs 129).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Mesa, AZ | Northampton, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1475) | 67.3 (#1440) |
| Population | 511,648 | 29,370 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $433,754 | $503,242 |
| Median Household Income | $73,766 | $80,981 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 21.3 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 13.2 | 12.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+41.9 |
D+
67 Score
Mesa, AZ
Major Arizona city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$433,754
Population
511,648
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
38
Southwest
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D+
67.3 Score
Northampton, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$503,242
Population
29,370
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
44
Northeast
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