Passaic, NJ vs Wilson, NC
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
Wilson
72.4
#899 nationally
Passaic leads in walk score (82 vs 31). Wilson leads in cost of living index (93 vs 129). Wilson leads in crime level (15.9 vs 19.7).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Passaic, NJ | Wilson, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1661) | 72.4 (#899) |
| Population | 68,903 | 47,833 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $560,282 | $217,005 |
| Median Household Income | $57,832 | $46,891 |
| Average Commute | 25.1 min | 21.4 min |
| Walk Score | 82 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 19.7 | 15.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 93 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | Even |
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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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72.4 Score
Wilson, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$217,005
Population
47,833
Crime
High
Walk Score
31
Southeast
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