Lawrence, MA vs Marshall, TX
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.
Lawrence
66.9
#1488 nationally
Marshall
80
#97 nationally
Lawrence leads in walk score (72 vs 23). Marshall leads in cost of living index (89 vs 125). Marshall leads in average commute (16.6 min vs 22.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lawrence, MA | Marshall, TX |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1488) | 80 (#97) |
| Population | 88,172 | 24,118 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $519,043 | $166,238 |
| Median Household Income | $53,977 | $49,162 |
| Average Commute | 22.6 min | 16.6 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 12.0 | 9.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+50.6 |
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66.9 Score
Lawrence, MA
Massachusetts community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$519,043
Population
88,172
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
72
Northeast
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B-
80 Score
Marshall, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$166,238
Population
24,118
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
23
Southwest
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