Bayonne, NJ vs Chelsea, MA
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.
Bayonne
67.1
#1460 nationally
Chelsea
62.7
#1829 nationally
Bayonne leads in crime level (6.8 vs 26.8). Bayonne leads in median household income ($80,044 vs $71,051). Bayonne leads in cost of living index (130 vs 135).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bayonne, NJ | Chelsea, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1460) | 62.7 (#1829) |
| Population | 70,300 | 38,319 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $600,153 | $531,983 |
| Median Household Income | $80,044 | $71,051 |
| Average Commute | 33.9 min | 34.1 min |
| Walk Score | 79 | 81 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 26.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 135 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.1 | D+52.5 |
D+
67.1 Score
Bayonne, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$600,153
Population
70,300
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
79
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D-
62.7 Score
Chelsea, MA
Small Massachusetts city with local appeal
Median Home
$531,983
Population
38,319
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
81
Northeast
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