Question 1

Is Newton, MA or Springfield, MA cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Springfield, MA is cheaper. The median home price in Newton, MA is approximately $971,700 and in Springfield, MA it is approximately $200,000 — a difference of $771,700.

Question 2

Is Newton, MA or Springfield, MA safer?

Accepted Answer

Newton, MA scores higher on safety. Newton, MA has violent crime rated Low and property crime rated Low. Springfield, MA has violent crime rated High and property crime rated High.

Question 3

Is Newton, MA or Springfield, MA more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Newton, MA is more walkable. Newton, MA has a Walk Score of 32/100 and Springfield, MA has a Walk Score of 2/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Newton, MA or Springfield, MA?

Accepted Answer

Newton, MA has higher-rated schools. Newton, MA has a school rating of 7.6/10 and Springfield, MA has a rating of 7.3/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Newton, MA or Springfield, MA?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Newton, MA	Springfield, MA
Housing
Verdict	Settle here	Think twice
Median Price	$972K	$200K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$2K	$2K ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$134K ✓ Higher income	$60K
Price Volatility	Low ✓ More stable	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	32/100 ✓ More walkable	2/100
Transit Score	44/100 ✓ Better transit	20/100
Bike Score	36/100 ✓ More bikeable	N/A
Commute	15 min ✓ Shorter commute	111 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	A ✓ Safer	F
Violent Crime	Low ✓ Lower risk	High
Property Crime	Low ✓ Lower risk	High
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good ✓ Cleaner air	Moderate
Community
Schools	7.6/10 ✓ Better schools	7.3/10
Best for	FamiliesCommuters to BostonHigh income professionals	budget familiesstudentscommuters

Newton, MA vs Springfield, MA

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