Clovis, NM 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.
Clovis
78.1
#195 nationally
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 23.7). Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 33). Clovis leads in average commute (17 min vs 24.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Clovis, NM | Perth Amboy, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 78.1 (#195) | 66.9 (#1490) |
| Population | 37,612 | 55,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $163,292 | $504,481 |
| Median Household Income | $52,983 | $56,239 |
| Average Commute | 17 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 23.7 | 10.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+42.6 | D+8.0 |
C+
78.1 Score
Clovis, NM
Small New Mexico city with local appeal
Median Home
$163,292
Population
37,612
Crime
High
Walk Score
33
Southwest
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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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