Crystal, MN vs Peabody, 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.
Crystal
75
#509 nationally
Peabody
64.9
#1669 nationally
Crystal leads in cost of living index (105 vs 141). Crystal leads in average commute (24 min vs 27.2 min). Peabody leads in crime level (7.0 vs 7.7).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Crystal, MN | Peabody, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#509) | 64.9 (#1669) |
| Population | 21,906 | 54,056 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $323,618 | $707,213 |
| Median Household Income | $86,288 | $91,125 |
| Average Commute | 24 min | 27.2 min |
| Walk Score | 44 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 7.7 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 141 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+42.6 | D+20.3 |
C
75 Score
Crystal, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$323,618
Population
21,906
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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D
64.9 Score
Peabody, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$707,213
Population
54,056
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Northeast
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