Rutherford, NJ vs Shawnee, KS
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.
Rutherford
70.7
#1075 nationally
Shawnee
71.3
#1002 nationally
Rutherford leads in crime level (1.6 vs 7.6). Rutherford leads in walk score (67 vs 24). Shawnee leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 33.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Rutherford, NJ | Shawnee, KS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.7 (#1075) | 71.3 (#1002) |
| Population | 18,852 | 69,417 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $767,911 | $431,429 |
| Median Household Income | $128,576 | $100,649 |
| Average Commute | 33.5 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 7.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 146 | 105 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+8.5 |
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70.7 Score
Rutherford, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$767,911
Population
18,852
Crime
Low
Walk Score
67
Northeast
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71.3 Score
Shawnee, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$431,429
Population
69,417
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
24
Midwest
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