Perth Amboy, NJ vs Turlock, CA
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.
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Turlock
66.1
#1589 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 46). Turlock leads in median household income ($74,559 vs $56,239). Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 13.0).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Perth Amboy, NJ | Turlock, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1490) | 66.1 (#1589) |
| Population | 55,249 | 72,100 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $504,481 | $485,596 |
| Median Household Income | $56,239 | $74,559 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 25.7 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 46 |
| Crime Level | 10.7 | 13.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.0 | R+11.0 |
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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D
66.1 Score
Turlock, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$485,596
Population
72,100
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
46
Pacific
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