Beverly, MA vs Carmel, IN
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.
Beverly
66.5
#1532 nationally
Carmel
74.5
#579 nationally
Beverly leads in walk score (51 vs 28). Carmel leads in cost of living index (108 vs 146). Carmel leads in average commute (23.5 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Beverly, MA | Carmel, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.5 (#1532) | 74.5 (#579) |
| Population | 42,318 | 104,776 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $771,951 | $580,014 |
| Median Household Income | $99,525 | $121,400 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 28 |
| Crime Level | 4.6 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 9 |
| Cost of Living Index | 146 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+6.1 |
D
66.5 Score
Beverly, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$771,951
Population
42,318
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
51
Northeast
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C
74.5 Score
Carmel, IN
Award-winning city planning meets Midwestern charm
Median Home
$580,014
Population
104,776
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Midwest
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