Pasadena, TX vs Paterson, 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.
Pasadena
75.2
#490 nationally
Paterson
63.6
#1757 nationally
Paterson leads in walk score (76 vs 43). Pasadena leads in crime level (15.5 vs 26.8). Pasadena leads in cost of living index (94 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pasadena, TX | Paterson, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.2 (#490) | 63.6 (#1757) |
| Population | 146,716 | 156,452 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $218,827 | $542,128 |
| Median Household Income | $64,698 | $52,092 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 76 |
| Crime Level | 15.5 | 26.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.5 | R+2.9 |
C
75.2 Score
Pasadena, TX
Mid-size Texas city with community character
Median Home
$218,827
Population
146,716
Crime
High
Walk Score
43
Southwest
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D
63.6 Score
Paterson, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$542,128
Population
156,452
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
76
Northeast
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