Lawrence, MA vs Prichard, AL
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
Prichard
76.4
#355 nationally
Lawrence leads in walk score (72 vs 23). Prichard leads in cost of living index (82 vs 125). Lawrence leads in median household income ($53,977 vs $36,110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lawrence, MA | Prichard, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1488) | 76.4 (#355) |
| Population | 88,172 | 18,816 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $519,043 | $59,455 |
| Median Household Income | $53,977 | $36,110 |
| Average Commute | 22.6 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 72 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 12.0 | 17.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | R+16.4 |
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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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76.4 Score
Prichard, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$59,455
Population
18,816
Crime
High
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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