Boston, MA vs Central Point, OR
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.
Boston
66.2
#1568 nationally
Central Point
73.2
#768 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 32). Central Point leads in average commute (15.8 min vs 30.2 min). Central Point leads in cost of living index (118 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Central Point, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 73.2 (#768) |
| Population | 684,379 | 19,171 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $423,657 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $79,731 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 15.8 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 32 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 4.7 |
| School Rating | 7.2 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | R+6.4 |
D
66.2 Score
Boston, MA
Innovation hub with historic charm
Median Home
$787,763
Population
684,379
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Northeast
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C
73.2 Score
Central Point, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$423,657
Population
19,171
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
32
Pacific
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