Hurst, 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.
Hurst
72.7
#844 nationally
Plainfield
64.6
#1687 nationally
Hurst leads in average commute (24.9 min vs 30.6 min). Hurst leads in crime level (9.7 vs 11.3). Hurst leads in cost of living index (105 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hurst, TX | Plainfield, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.7 (#844) | 64.6 (#1687) |
| Population | 39,304 | 54,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $339,279 | $521,339 |
| Median Household Income | $71,275 | $70,712 |
| Average Commute | 24.9 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 49 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 9.7 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.1 | D+13.9 |
C-
72.7 Score
Hurst, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$339,279
Population
39,304
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
49
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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