Lynn, MA vs Portland, ME
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
Portland
72.9
#814 nationally
Portland leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 31.3 min). Portland leads in cost of living index (118 vs 134). Lynn leads in walk score (70 vs 65).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lynn, MA | Portland, ME |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.7 (#1833) | 72.9 (#814) |
| Population | 101,241 | 68,408 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $590,160 | $566,902 |
| Median Household Income | $70,046 | $71,853 |
| Average Commute | 31.3 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 70 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 134 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.3 | D+36.3 |
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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C-
72.9 Score
Portland, ME
Foodie paradise on the coast
Median Home
$566,902
Population
68,408
Crime
Low
Schools
B+
Northeast
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