Bridgeton, NJ vs Gary, IN
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.
Bridgeton
66.5
#1533 nationally
Gary
78.2
#190 nationally
Gary leads in crime level (13.5 vs 25.2). Gary leads in cost of living index (81 vs 101). Bridgeton leads in walk score (39 vs 32).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bridgeton, NJ | Gary, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.5 (#1533) | 78.2 (#190) |
| Population | 26,763 | 67,652 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $258,523 | $88,085 |
| Median Household Income | $44,440 | $36,874 |
| Average Commute | 28.8 min | 27.4 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 32 |
| Crime Level | 25.2 | 13.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 101 | 81 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.8 | D+5.6 |
D
66.5 Score
Bridgeton, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$258,523
Population
26,763
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
Northeast
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C+
78.2 Score
Gary, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$88,085
Population
67,652
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
32
Midwest
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