Ennis, TX vs Plainfield, 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.
Ennis
77.1
#276 nationally
Plainfield
64.6
#1687 nationally
Ennis leads in crime level (4.8 vs 11.3). Plainfield leads in walk score (54 vs 31). Ennis leads in cost of living index (93 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ennis, TX | Plainfield, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.1 (#276) | 64.6 (#1687) |
| Population | 23,686 | 54,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $264,703 | $521,339 |
| Median Household Income | $73,176 | $70,712 |
| Average Commute | 25.8 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 4.8 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+31.1 | D+13.9 |
C+
77.1 Score
Ennis, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$264,703
Population
23,686
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
31
Southwest
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D
64.6 Score
Plainfield, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$521,339
Population
54,670
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
54
Northeast
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