Cincinnati, OH vs Perth Amboy, 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.
Cincinnati
72.8
#820 nationally
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 50). Cincinnati leads in cost of living index (88 vs 122). Perth Amboy leads in median household income ($56,239 vs $46,094).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Cincinnati, OH | Perth Amboy, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.8 (#820) | 66.9 (#1490) |
| Population | 311,097 | 55,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $251,326 | $504,481 |
| Median Household Income | $46,094 | $56,239 |
| Average Commute | 23.5 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 50 | 73 |
| Crime Level | Moderate-High | 10.7 |
| School Rating | 5.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 88 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+14.9 | D+8.0 |
C-
72.8 Score
Cincinnati, OH
Queen City charm with renewed energy
Median Home
$251,326
Population
311,097
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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D
66.9 Score
Perth Amboy, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$504,481
Population
55,249
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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