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Boston vs Worcester, MA
Boston currently scores 4 points higher overall than Worcester, with the largest gap in storm surge.
Use this comparison for relocation decisions, insurance shopping, and hazard-prioritized mitigation planning.
Hazard breakdown
Overall
Boston: 38/100 · Worcester: 34/100
Boston is 4 points higher.
Flood
Boston: 48/100 · Worcester: 39/100
Boston is 9 points higher.
Wind
Boston: 27/100 · Worcester: 25/100
Boston is 2 points higher.
Lightning
Boston: 10/100 · Worcester: 8/100
Boston is 2 points higher.
Tornado
Boston: 16/100 · Worcester: 8/100
Boston is 8 points higher.
Hail
Boston: 31/100 · Worcester: 80/100
Worcester is 49 points higher.
Storm surge
Boston: 98/100 · Worcester: 0/100
Boston is 98 points higher.