Boston, MA vs Waltham, MA

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

Boston, MA is in Boston, MA while Waltham, MA is in Waltham, MA — both in the same state. On home prices, Waltham, MA is the more affordable option at $677,700 median — $325,000 less than Boston, MA's $1,002,700. WYLT rates Boston, MA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Waltham, 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. Waltham, MA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Boston, MA has Low flood risk and Waltham, MA has Low flood risk.

Boston, MA is the more walkable neighborhood. Boston, MA scores 65/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Waltham, MA's 9/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Waltham, MA has the higher school rating — Boston, MA rates 7.5/10 and Waltham, MA rates 7.9/10.