Bothell, WA vs Mequon, WI
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
Mequon
73.1
#791 nationally
Mequon leads in crime level (1.1 vs 3.0). Bothell leads in walk score (29 vs 11). Mequon leads in average commute (21.8 min vs 30.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bothell, WA | Mequon, WI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65.7 (#1610) | 73.1 (#791) |
| Population | 50,213 | 25,489 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,015,871 | $665,026 |
| Median Household Income | $127,944 | $141,996 |
| Average Commute | 30.2 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 11 |
| Crime Level | 3.0 | 1.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 162 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+51.7 | R+10.5 |
D
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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73.1 Score
Mequon, WI
Small Wisconsin city with local appeal
Median Home
$665,026
Population
25,489
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
11
Midwest
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