Bayonne, NJ vs Lumberton, 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.
Bayonne
67.1
#1460 nationally
Lumberton
74.4
#596 nationally
Bayonne leads in crime level (6.8 vs 45.9). Bayonne leads in walk score (79 vs 29). Bayonne leads in median household income ($80,044 vs $41,314).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bayonne, NJ | Lumberton, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.1 (#1460) | 74.4 (#596) |
| Population | 70,300 | 19,121 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $600,153 | $152,561 |
| Median Household Income | $80,044 | $41,314 |
| Average Commute | 33.9 min | 18 min |
| Walk Score | 79 | 29 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 45.9 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 130 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.1 | R+27.7 |
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
Northeast
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74.4 Score
Lumberton, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$152,561
Population
19,121
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
29
Southeast
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