Big Spring, TX vs Paterson, NJ
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.
Big Spring
77.9
#207 nationally
Paterson
63.6
#1757 nationally
Paterson leads in walk score (76 vs 21). Big Spring leads in cost of living index (88 vs 122). Big Spring leads in crime level (20.9 vs 26.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Big Spring, TX | Paterson, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77.9 (#207) | 63.6 (#1757) |
| Population | 22,373 | 156,452 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $147,462 | $542,128 |
| Median Household Income | $65,418 | $52,092 |
| Average Commute | 19.8 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 21 | 76 |
| Crime Level | 20.9 | 26.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+62.8 | R+2.9 |
C+
77.9 Score
Big Spring, TX
Small Texas city with local appeal
Median Home
$147,462
Population
22,373
Crime
High
Walk Score
21
Southwest
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D
63.6 Score
Paterson, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$542,128
Population
156,452
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
76
Northeast
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