City vs city
Reading, MA vs Lowell, MA
| Reading | Lowell | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,448 | 114,799 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Median home value | $741,100 | $395,100 |
| Median rent | $1,722 | $1,603 |
| Household income | $163,725 | $76,205 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% | 5.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 34% | 18% |
| State crime /100k | 1,337 | 1,337 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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