Boston, MA vs Savannah, GA
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
Savannah
68.9
#1275 nationally
Boston leads in walk score (83 vs 38). Boston leads in median household income ($81,744 vs $50,547). Savannah leads in cost of living index (97 vs 155).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Boston, MA | Savannah, GA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.2 (#1568) | 68.9 (#1275) |
| Population | 684,379 | 150,396 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $787,763 | $325,155 |
| Median Household Income | $81,744 | $50,547 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 22.1 min |
| Walk Score | 83 | 38 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | 7.2 | 5.1 |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 97 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+52.5 | D+18.0 |
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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D+
68.9 Score
Savannah, GA
Southern hospitality meets coastal beauty
Median Home
$325,155
Population
150,396
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Southeast
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