Boston, MA vs Quincy, MA

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

Boston, MA is in Boston, MA while Quincy, MA is in Quincy, MA — both in the same state. On home prices, Quincy, MA is the more affordable option at $513,300 median — $489,400 less than Boston, MA's $1,002,700. WYLT rates Boston, MA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Quincy, MA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.

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

Quincy, MA is the more walkable neighborhood. Boston, MA scores 65/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Quincy, MA's 71/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Boston, MA rates 7.5/10 and Quincy, MA rates 7.5/10.