Campbell, CA vs Plainfield, 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.
Campbell
60.5
#1930 nationally
Plainfield
64.6
#1687 nationally
Campbell leads in median household income ($141,794 vs $70,712). Plainfield leads in cost of living index (122 vs 233). Campbell leads in average commute (25 min vs 30.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Campbell, CA | Plainfield, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.5 (#1930) | 64.6 (#1687) |
| Population | 41,700 | 54,670 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,881,250 | $521,339 |
| Median Household Income | $141,794 | $70,712 |
| Average Commute | 25 min | 30.6 min |
| Walk Score | 55 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 13.4 | 11.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 233 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+40.0 | D+13.9 |
D-
60.5 Score
Campbell, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,881,250
Population
41,700
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
55
Pacific
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D
64.6 Score
Plainfield, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$521,339
Population
54,670
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
54
Northeast
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