Galveston, TX vs Lynn, 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.
Galveston
71.6
#967 nationally
Lynn
62.7
#1833 nationally
Galveston leads in average commute (20.8 min vs 31.3 min). Galveston leads in cost of living index (101 vs 134). Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 54).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Galveston, TX | Lynn, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.6 (#967) | 62.7 (#1833) |
| Population | 53,237 | 101,241 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $320,772 | $590,160 |
| Median Household Income | $57,453 | $70,046 |
| Average Commute | 20.8 min | 31.3 min |
| Walk Score | 54 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 14.7 | 15.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 134 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+27.4 | D+20.3 |
C-
71.6 Score
Galveston, TX
Texas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$320,772
Population
53,237
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
54
Southwest
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D-
62.7 Score
Lynn, MA
Mid-size Massachusetts city with community character
Median Home
$590,160
Population
101,241
Crime
High
Walk Score
70
Northeast
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