Bayonne, NJ vs Pasadena, 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
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
Bayonne leads in crime level (6.8 vs 13.2). Bayonne leads in cost of living index (130 vs 197). Pasadena leads in median household income ($97,818 vs $80,044).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bayonne, NJ | Pasadena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1460) | 61.6 (#1898) |
| Population | 70,300 | 133,560 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $600,153 | $1,206,740 |
| Median Household Income | $80,044 | $97,818 |
| Average Commute | 33.9 min | 27.9 min |
| Walk Score | 79 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 197 |
| 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-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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