Framingham, MA vs Seal Beach, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Framingham
64.6
#1685 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Framingham leads in crime level (8.9 vs 13.2). Framingham leads in median household income ($94,909 vs $75,507). Framingham leads in cost of living index (145 vs 149).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Framingham, MA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.6 (#1685) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 71,875 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $671,985 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $94,909 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 30.3 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 8.9 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.5 | D+2.6 |
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64.6 Score
Framingham, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$671,985
Population
71,875
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
42
Northeast
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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