Bergenfield, NJ vs Irvine, CA
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.
Bergenfield
73.3
#751 nationally
Irvine
67.2
#1452 nationally
Bergenfield leads in walk score (63 vs 44). Bergenfield leads in cost of living index (133 vs 178). Irvine leads in average commute (25.8 min vs 33.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bergenfield, NJ | Irvine, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.3 (#751) | 67.2 (#1452) |
| Population | 28,274 | 307,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $651,416 | $1,517,431 |
| Median Household Income | $121,738 | $116,519 |
| Average Commute | 33.8 min | 25.8 min |
| Walk Score | 63 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 1.3 | Very Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 9.5 |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 178 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+2.6 |
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73.3 Score
Bergenfield, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$651,416
Population
28,274
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
63
Northeast
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D+
67.2 Score
Irvine, CA
Master-planned perfection in Southern California
Median Home
$1,517,431
Population
307,670
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A+
Pacific
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