City vs city
Lowell, MA vs New Bedford, MA
| Lowell | New Bedford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 114,799 | 100,731 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Median home value | $395,100 | $324,400 |
| Median rent | $1,603 | $1,085 |
| Household income | $76,205 | $56,025 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% | 7.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 12% |
| 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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