Lima, OH vs Paterson, 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.
Lima
77
#289 nationally
Paterson
63.6
#1757 nationally
Paterson leads in walk score (76 vs 42). Lima leads in cost of living index (82 vs 122). Lima leads in average commute (17.5 min vs 23.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lima, OH | Paterson, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77 (#289) | 63.6 (#1757) |
| Population | 34,794 | 156,452 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $153,756 | $542,128 |
| Median Household Income | $41,824 | $52,092 |
| Average Commute | 17.5 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 42 | 76 |
| Crime Level | 20.8 | 26.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 82 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+44.1 | R+2.9 |
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77 Score
Lima, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$153,756
Population
34,794
Crime
High
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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63.6 Score
Paterson, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$542,128
Population
156,452
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
76
Northeast
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