Pasadena, TX vs Perth Amboy, 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
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 43). Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 15.5). Pasadena leads in cost of living index (94 vs 122).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Pasadena, TX | Perth Amboy, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75.2 (#490) | 66.9 (#1490) |
| Population | 146,716 | 55,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $218,827 | $504,481 |
| Median Household Income | $64,698 | $56,239 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 15.5 | 10.7 |
| 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 | D+8.0 |
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
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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