Carteret, NJ vs Jackson, MI
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.
Carteret
66
#1591 nationally
Jackson
74.6
#574 nationally
Carteret leads in crime level (8.6 vs 29.1). Jackson leads in average commute (16.9 min vs 32 min). Carteret leads in median household income ($79,049 vs $41,988).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Carteret, NJ | Jackson, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66 (#1591) | 74.6 (#574) |
| Population | 25,281 | 30,854 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $567,711 | $193,817 |
| Median Household Income | $79,049 | $41,988 |
| Average Commute | 32 min | 16.9 min |
| Walk Score | 56 | 47 |
| Crime Level | 8.6 | 29.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 125 | 83 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.0 | R+21.3 |
D
66 Score
Carteret, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$567,711
Population
25,281
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
56
Northeast
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C
74.6 Score
Jackson, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,817
Population
30,854
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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