Bettendorf, IA vs Paramus, 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.
Bettendorf
79.3
#131 nationally
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 2.9). Bettendorf leads in cost of living index (103 vs 173). Bettendorf leads in average commute (19.6 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bettendorf, IA | Paramus, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 79.3 (#131) | 67.9 (#1371) |
| Population | 39,858 | 26,282 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $340,599 | $1,086,056 |
| Median Household Income | $100,570 | $136,824 |
| Average Commute | 19.6 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 29 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 2.9 | 0.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 103 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.9 | D+3.4 |
C+
79.3 Score
Bettendorf, IA
Small Iowa city with local appeal
Median Home
$340,599
Population
39,858
Crime
Low
Walk Score
29
Midwest
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D+
67.9 Score
Paramus, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,086,056
Population
26,282
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
37
Northeast
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