City vs city
Wakefield, MA vs Cambridge, MA
| Wakefield | Cambridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 27,284 | 117,794 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $670,100 | $1,040,500 |
| Median rent | $1,872 | $2,742 |
| Household income | $130,320 | $126,469 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% | 3.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 32% | 30% |
| 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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