Lynn, MA vs Pasadena, 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
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
Lynn leads in cost of living index (134 vs 197). Pasadena leads in median household income ($97,818 vs $70,046). Pasadena leads in crime level (13.2 vs 15.7).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 61.6 (#1898) |
| Population | 101,241 | 133,560 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $1,206,740 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $97,818 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 197 |
| 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-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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