Clifton, NJ vs Palmdale, 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.
Clifton
69.5
#1194 nationally
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Clifton leads in crime level (4.5 vs 15.1). Clifton leads in walk score (62 vs 24). Clifton leads in average commute (28.6 min vs 41.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clifton, NJ | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1194) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 88,461 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $618,464 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $94,179 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | D+32.9 |
D+
69.5 Score
Clifton, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$618,464
Population
88,461
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
62
Northeast
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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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