Clinton, MS vs Waltham, 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.
Clinton
79.4
#122 nationally
Waltham
66.7
#1517 nationally
Clinton leads in crime level (1.9 vs 6.9). Waltham leads in walk score (57 vs 19). Clinton leads in cost of living index (96 vs 164).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clinton, MS | Waltham, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.4 (#122) | 66.7 (#1517) |
| Population | 26,698 | 64,477 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $239,559 | $831,292 |
| Median Household Income | $71,315 | $113,443 |
| Average Commute | 25.8 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 19 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 1.9 | 6.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 164 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+46.1 | D+39.5 |
C+
79.4 Score
Clinton, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$239,559
Population
26,698
Crime
Low
Walk Score
19
Southeast
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D
66.7 Score
Waltham, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$831,292
Population
64,477
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
57
Northeast
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