Boston, MA vs Cambridge, MA

Boston, MA vs Cambridge, MA: What the data shows

Boston, MA is in Boston, MA while Cambridge, MA is in Cambridge, MA — both in the same state. On home prices, Boston, MA is the more affordable option at $1,002,700 median — $24,600 less than Cambridge, MA's $1,027,300. WYLT rates Boston, MA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Cambridge, MA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Boston, MA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Cambridge, MA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Boston, MA has Low flood risk and Cambridge, MA has Low flood risk.

Cambridge, MA is the more walkable neighborhood. Boston, MA scores 65/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Cambridge, MA's 100/100 (exceptionally walkable). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Boston, MA rates 7.5/10 and Cambridge, MA rates 7.5/10.