Bothell, WA vs Helena, AL
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.
Bothell
65.7
#1610 nationally
Helena
74.5
#582 nationally
Bothell leads in walk score (29 vs 12). Helena leads in cost of living index (101 vs 162). Helena leads in crime level (2.0 vs 3.0).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bothell, WA | Helena, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.7 (#1610) | 74.5 (#582) |
| Population | 50,213 | 22,117 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,015,871 | $367,018 |
| Median Household Income | $127,944 | $107,360 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 12 |
| Crime Level | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 162 | 101 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | R+40.8 |
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65.7 Score
Bothell, WA
Washington community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,015,871
Population
50,213
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Pacific
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74.5 Score
Helena, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$367,018
Population
22,117
Crime
Low
Walk Score
12
Southeast
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