Clifton, NJ vs Portland, ME
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.
Clifton
69.5
#1194 nationally
Portland
72.9
#814 nationally
Portland leads in average commute (21.2 min vs 28.6 min). Clifton leads in median household income ($94,179 vs $71,853). Portland leads in cost of living index (118 vs 133).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clifton, NJ | Portland, ME |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 69.5 (#1194) | 72.9 (#814) |
| Population | 88,461 | 68,408 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $618,464 | $566,902 |
| Median Household Income | $94,179 | $71,853 |
| Average Commute | 28.6 min | 21.2 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 4.5 | Low |
| School Rating | N/A | 7.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 133 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | D+36.3 |
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
Northeast
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C-
72.9 Score
Portland, ME
Foodie paradise on the coast
Median Home
$566,902
Population
68,408
Crime
Low
Schools
B+
Northeast
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