Camden, NJ vs San Dimas, 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.
Camden
74.3
#607 nationally
San Dimas
61.6
#1900 nationally
San Dimas leads in crime level (7.7 vs 37.8). San Dimas leads in median household income ($102,241 vs $36,258). Camden leads in cost of living index (96 vs 166).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Camden, NJ | San Dimas, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.3 (#607) | 61.6 (#1900) |
| Population | 71,100 | 33,105 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $146,599 | $922,772 |
| Median Household Income | $36,258 | $102,241 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 31.9 min |
| Walk Score | 63 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 37.8 | 7.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 166 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+27.4 | D+32.9 |
C
74.3 Score
Camden, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$146,599
Population
71,100
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
63
Northeast
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D-
61.6 Score
San Dimas, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$922,772
Population
33,105
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Pacific
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