Paramus, NJ vs Valparaiso, IN
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.
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
Valparaiso
73.7
#693 nationally
Paramus leads in median household income ($136,824 vs $59,943). Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 1.8). Valparaiso leads in cost of living index (98 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Paramus, NJ | Valparaiso, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.9 (#1371) | 73.7 (#693) |
| Population | 26,282 | 34,627 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,086,056 | $364,451 |
| Median Household Income | $136,824 | $59,943 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 98 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | R+10.5 |
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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C
73.7 Score
Valparaiso, IN
Small Indiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$364,451
Population
34,627
Crime
Low
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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