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Brockton, MA vs Haverhill, MA
Brockton, MA vs Haverhill, MA: What the data shows
Brockton, MA is in Brockton, MA while Haverhill, MA is in Haverhill, MA — both in the same state. On home prices, Brockton, MA is the more affordable option at $376,800 median — $23,500 less than Haverhill, MA's $400,300. WYLT rates Brockton, MA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Haverhill, MA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Haverhill, MA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Brockton, MA has High violent crime and High property crime. Haverhill, MA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Brockton, MA has Low flood risk and Haverhill, MA has Low flood risk.
Brockton, MA is the more walkable neighborhood. Brockton, MA scores 15/100 (car-dependent) versus Haverhill, MA's 11/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Brockton, MA has the higher school rating — Brockton, MA rates 8/10 and Haverhill, MA rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Brockton, MA | Haverhill, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $377K ✓ Lower price | $400K |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $71K | $72K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 15/100 ✓ More walkable | 11/100 |
| Transit Score | 46/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 18/100 | 18/100 |
| Commute | 35 min ✓ Shorter commute | 49 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | F | D+ ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.1/10 |
| Best for | budget‑conscious commutersfamilies seeking good schoolsstudents | Families with childrenCommuters to BostonStudents and young professionals who prefer a quieter town |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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