Bayonne, NJ vs Glendale, CA
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.
Bayonne
67.1
#1460 nationally
Glendale
62.9
#1813 nationally
Bayonne leads in cost of living index (130 vs 193). Glendale leads in average commute (27.6 min vs 33.9 min). Bayonne leads in crime level (6.8 vs 7.9).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bayonne, NJ | Glendale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1460) | 62.9 (#1813) |
| Population | 70,300 | 187,050 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $600,153 | $1,197,708 |
| Median Household Income | $80,044 | $81,219 |
| Average Commute | 33.9 min | 27.6 min |
| Walk Score | 79 | 71 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 7.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 193 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.1 | D+32.9 |
D+
67.1 Score
Bayonne, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$600,153
Population
70,300
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
79
Northeast
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D-
62.9 Score
Glendale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,197,708
Population
187,050
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
71
Pacific
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