Pasadena, CA vs Perth Amboy, NJ
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.
Pasadena
61.6
#1898 nationally
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Pasadena leads in median household income ($97,818 vs $56,239). Perth Amboy leads in cost of living index (122 vs 197). Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 13.2).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pasadena, CA | Perth Amboy, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 61.6 (#1898) | 66.9 (#1490) |
| Population | 133,560 | 55,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,206,740 | $504,481 |
| Median Household Income | $97,818 | $56,239 |
| Average Commute | 27.9 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 69 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 13.2 | 10.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 197 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+8.0 |
D-
61.6 Score
Pasadena, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,206,740
Population
133,560
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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D
66.9 Score
Perth Amboy, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$504,481
Population
55,249
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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