Jackson, MI vs Perth Amboy, 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.
Jackson
74.6
#574 nationally
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 29.1). Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 47). Jackson leads in cost of living index (83 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Jackson, MI | Perth Amboy, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.6 (#574) | 66.9 (#1490) |
| Population | 30,854 | 55,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $193,817 | $504,481 |
| Median Household Income | $41,988 | $56,239 |
| Average Commute | 16.9 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 29.1 | 10.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+21.3 | D+8.0 |
C
74.6 Score
Jackson, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,817
Population
30,854
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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D
66.9 Score
Perth Amboy, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$504,481
Population
55,249
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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