Paramus, NJ vs White Plains, NY
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
White Plains
70
#1149 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 3.1). White Plains leads in walk score (63 vs 37). Paramus leads in median household income ($136,824 vs $109,551).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Paramus, NJ | White Plains, NY |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.9 (#1371) | 70 (#1149) |
| Population | 26,282 | 61,288 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,086,056 | $808,808 |
| Median Household Income | $136,824 | $109,551 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 63 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 160 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+26.3 |
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-
70 Score
White Plains, NY
New York community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$808,808
Population
61,288
Crime
Low
Walk Score
63
Northeast
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