Baltimore, MD vs Perth Amboy, NJ
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Baltimore
75.5
#444 nationally
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 44.0). Perth Amboy leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 30.1 min). Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 64).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Baltimore, MD | Perth Amboy, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.5 (#444) | 66.9 (#1490) |
| Population | 565,239 | 55,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,754 | $504,481 |
| Median Household Income | $58,349 | $56,239 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 44.0 | 10.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+13.9 | D+8.0 |
C
75.5 Score
Baltimore, MD
Major Maryland city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$189,754
Population
565,239
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
64
Northeast
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D
66.9 Score
Perth Amboy, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$504,481
Population
55,249
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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