Arlington, TX vs West Springfield Town, 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.
Arlington
70.7
#1065 nationally
West Springfield Town leads in average commute (18.7 min vs 26.9 min). Arlington leads in cost of living index (101 vs 117). West Springfield Town leads in crime level (11.4 vs 13.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Arlington, TX | West Springfield Town, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 398,431 | 28,424 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $312,255 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $71,736 | $67,297 |
| Average Commute | 26.9 min | 18.7 min |
| Walk Score | 38 | 35 |
| Crime Level | 13.2 | 11.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 117 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.1 | D+8.9 |
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70.7 Score
Arlington, TX
Growing Texas city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$312,255
Population
398,431
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
38
Southwest
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Score
West Springfield Town, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Population
28,424
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
35
Median Income
$67,297
Northeast
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