Dover, NH 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.
Dover
73.1
#782 nationally
Waltham
66.7
#1517 nationally
Dover leads in crime level (1.3 vs 6.9). Waltham leads in walk score (57 vs 33). Dover leads in cost of living index (116 vs 164).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dover, NH | Waltham, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.1 (#782) | 66.7 (#1517) |
| Population | 33,485 | 64,477 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,206 | $831,292 |
| Median Household Income | $90,844 | $113,443 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 24.6 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 1.3 | 6.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 164 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+12.1 | D+39.5 |
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73.1 Score
Dover, NH
Small New Hampshire city with local appeal
Median Home
$548,206
Population
33,485
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
33
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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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