Holland, MI 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.
Holland
71.3
#995 nationally
Plainfield
64.6
#1687 nationally
Holland leads in average commute (17.1 min vs 30.6 min). Holland leads in cost of living index (97 vs 122). Plainfield leads in walk score (54 vs 47).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Holland, MI | Plainfield, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 71.3 (#995) | 64.6 (#1687) |
| Population | 34,540 | 54,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $375,721 | $521,339 |
| Median Household Income | $69,152 | $70,712 |
| Average Commute | 17.1 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 10.5 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+20.4 | D+13.9 |
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71.3 Score
Holland, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$375,721
Population
34,540
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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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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