Fitchburg, MA vs Montclair, CA
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.
Fitchburg
67
#1469 nationally
Montclair
60.8
#1923 nationally
Montclair leads in walk score (57 vs 43). Fitchburg leads in crime level (13.3 vs 17.6). Fitchburg leads in cost of living index (111 vs 139).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Fitchburg, MA | Montclair, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67 (#1469) | 60.8 (#1923) |
| Population | 41,579 | 37,545 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $409,654 | $661,144 |
| Median Household Income | $65,963 | $72,789 |
| Average Commute | 26.1 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 57 |
| Crime Level | 13.3 | 17.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 111 | 139 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.0 | R+2.1 |
D+
67 Score
Fitchburg, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$409,654
Population
41,579
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
43
Northeast
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D-
60.8 Score
Montclair, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$661,144
Population
37,545
Crime
High
Walk Score
57
Pacific
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