Bryan, TX vs Worcester, MA
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.
Bryan
72.5
#870 nationally
Worcester
66.6
#1530 nationally
Worcester leads in walk score (62 vs 33). Bryan leads in average commute (17.9 min vs 26.4 min). Bryan leads in cost of living index (97 vs 108).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bryan, TX | Worcester, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.5 (#870) | 66.6 (#1530) |
| Population | 89,615 | 206,518 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $276,528 | $441,802 |
| Median Household Income | $55,234 | $52,891 |
| Average Commute | 17.9 min | 26.4 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 10.5 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+24.9 | D+10.0 |
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72.5 Score
Bryan, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$276,528
Population
89,615
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
33
Southwest
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D
66.6 Score
Worcester, MA
Heart of the Commonwealth
Median Home
$441,802
Population
206,518
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Northeast
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