Centennial, CO 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.
Centennial
69.5
#1193 nationally
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 4.7). Centennial leads in cost of living index (145 vs 173). Centennial leads in average commute (26 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Centennial, CO | Paramus, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1193) | 67.9 (#1371) |
| Population | 106,883 | 26,282 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $641,069 | $1,086,056 |
| Median Household Income | $124,617 | $136,824 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 35 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 4.7 | 0.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 145 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+20.1 | D+3.4 |
D+
69.5 Score
Centennial, CO
Mid-size Colorado city with community character
Median Home
$641,069
Population
106,883
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
35
West
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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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