Ossining, NY vs Waltham, 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.
Waltham
66.7
#1517 nationally
Waltham leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 36.3 min). Ossining leads in cost of living index (136 vs 164). Waltham leads in crime level (6.9 vs 8.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ossining, NY | Waltham, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 26,542 | 64,477 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $0 | $831,292 |
| Median Household Income | $99,678 | $113,443 |
| Average Commute | 36.3 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 63 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 8.3 | 6.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 164 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+26.3 | D+39.5 |
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Score
Ossining, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
26,542
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
63
Median Income
$99,678
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66.7 Score
Waltham, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$831,292
Population
64,477
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Northeast
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