Clifton, NJ vs North Plainfield, NJ
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Clifton
69.5
#1194 nationally
North Plainfield
69.3
#1229 nationally
Clifton leads in median household income ($94,179 vs $81,219). Clifton leads in average commute (28.6 min vs 32.1 min). North Plainfield leads in cost of living index (124 vs 133).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clifton, NJ | North Plainfield, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1194) | 69.3 (#1229) |
| Population | 88,461 | 22,566 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $618,464 | $504,829 |
| Median Household Income | $94,179 | $81,219 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 32.1 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | 4.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | D+13.9 |
D+
69.5 Score
Clifton, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$618,464
Population
88,461
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
62
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D+
69.3 Score
North Plainfield, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$504,829
Population
22,566
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
58
Northeast
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