Oak Park, MI 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.
Oak Park
76.3
#365 nationally
Plainfield
64.6
#1687 nationally
Oak Park leads in average commute (21.3 min vs 30.6 min). Oak Park leads in cost of living index (94 vs 122). Plainfield leads in walk score (54 vs 45).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Oak Park, MI | Plainfield, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.3 (#365) | 64.6 (#1687) |
| Population | 29,023 | 54,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $237,113 | $521,339 |
| Median Household Income | $61,991 | $70,712 |
| Average Commute | 21.3 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 45 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 10.9 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.6 | D+13.9 |
C
76.3 Score
Oak Park, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$237,113
Population
29,023
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
45
Midwest
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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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