Passaic, NJ vs Pompano Beach, FL
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.
Passaic
65
#1661 nationally
Pompano Beach
69.7
#1177 nationally
Pompano Beach leads in crime level (6.5 vs 19.7). Passaic leads in walk score (82 vs 43). Pompano Beach leads in cost of living index (111 vs 129).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Passaic, NJ | Pompano Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1661) | 69.7 (#1177) |
| Population | 68,903 | 113,619 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $560,282 | $354,605 |
| Median Household Income | $57,832 | $61,155 |
| Average Commute | 25.1 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 82 | 43 |
| Crime Level | 19.7 | 6.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | D+17.0 |
D
65 Score
Passaic, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$560,282
Population
68,903
Crime
High
Walk Score
82
Northeast
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D+
69.7 Score
Pompano Beach, FL
Mid-size Florida city with community character
Median Home
$354,605
Population
113,619
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
43
Southeast
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