Lynn, MA vs Montebello, CA
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.
Lynn
62.7
#1833 nationally
Montebello
61.4
#1909 nationally
Lynn leads in cost of living index (134 vs 156). Montebello leads in crime level (13.6 vs 15.7). Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 66).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Montebello, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 61.4 (#1909) |
| Population | 101,241 | 60,015 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $825,165 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $72,317 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 66 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 13.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 156 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+32.9 |
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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D-
61.4 Score
Montebello, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$825,165
Population
60,015
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
66
Pacific
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