Millbrae, CA vs New Brunswick, NJ
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Millbrae
62.1
#1874 nationally
New Brunswick
65.7
#1613 nationally
Millbrae leads in crime level (5.6 vs 19.1). Millbrae leads in median household income ($146,649 vs $57,138). New Brunswick leads in cost of living index (124 vs 287).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Millbrae, CA | New Brunswick, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.1 (#1874) | 65.7 (#1613) |
| Population | 22,087 | 55,846 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $2,055,633 | $449,176 |
| Median Household Income | $146,649 | $57,138 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 26.6 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 19.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 287 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+50.3 | D+8.0 |
D-
62.1 Score
Millbrae, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$2,055,633
Population
22,087
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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D
65.7 Score
New Brunswick, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$449,176
Population
55,846
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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