Paramus, NJ vs San Jose, CA
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.
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
San Jose
63
#1807 nationally
San Jose leads in walk score (51 vs 37). Paramus leads in cost of living index (173 vs 198). San Jose leads in average commute (28.4 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Paramus, NJ | San Jose, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.9 (#1371) | 63 (#1807) |
| Population | 26,282 | 983,489 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,086,056 | $1,391,204 |
| Median Household Income | $136,824 | $142,891 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 51 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | Moderate |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 198 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+40.0 |
D+
67.9 Score
Paramus, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,086,056
Population
26,282
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
37
Northeast
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D
63 Score
San Jose, CA
Capital of Silicon Valley
Median Home
$1,391,204
Population
983,489
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Pacific
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