Biddeford, ME vs Lawrence, 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.
Biddeford
66.9
#1482 nationally
Lawrence
74
#647 nationally
Biddeford leads in walk score (42 vs 24). Lawrence leads in cost of living index (96 vs 113). Lawrence leads in median household income ($70,762 vs $63,261).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Biddeford, ME | Lawrence, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1482) | 74 (#647) |
| Population | 22,367 | 49,235 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $517,712 | $271,470 |
| Median Household Income | $63,261 | $70,762 |
| Average Commute | 23 min | 25.1 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | 8.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 113 | 96 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.5 | R+51.0 |
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66.9 Score
Biddeford, ME
Small Maine city with local appeal
Median Home
$517,712
Population
22,367
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Northeast
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74 Score
Lawrence, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$271,470
Population
49,235
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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