New Rochelle, NY vs Romulus, MI
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.
New Rochelle
67.2
#1455 nationally
Romulus
74.2
#625 nationally
New Rochelle leads in crime level (3.7 vs 24.1). New Rochelle leads in walk score (64 vs 16). Romulus leads in cost of living index (89 vs 159).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | New Rochelle, NY | Romulus, MI |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.2 (#1455) | 74.2 (#625) |
| Population | 83,742 | 24,702 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $964,313 | $206,880 |
| Median Household Income | $100,542 | $63,854 |
| Average Commute | 32.5 min | 24.5 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 16 |
| Crime Level | 3.7 | 24.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 159 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+26.3 | D+29.0 |
D+
67.2 Score
New Rochelle, NY
New York community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$964,313
Population
83,742
Crime
Low
Walk Score
64
Northeast
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74.2 Score
Romulus, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$206,880
Population
24,702
Crime
High
Walk Score
16
Midwest
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