Lawrence, MA vs New Hope, MN
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
New Hope
74
#649 nationally
New Hope leads in crime level (4.7 vs 12.0). Lawrence leads in walk score (72 vs 42). New Hope leads in median household income ($69,244 vs $53,977).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lawrence, MA | New Hope, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1488) | 74 (#649) |
| Population | 88,172 | 20,705 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $519,043 | $356,089 |
| Median Household Income | $53,977 | $69,244 |
| Average Commute | 22.6 min | 21.1 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 12.0 | 4.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+42.6 |
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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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74 Score
New Hope, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$356,089
Population
20,705
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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