Elizabeth, NJ vs Gardena, CA
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.
Elizabeth
66.6
#1519 nationally
Gardena
61.9
#1883 nationally
Elizabeth leads in crime level (11.2 vs 19.3). Gardena leads in median household income ($75,443 vs $59,939). Elizabeth leads in cost of living index (126 vs 154).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elizabeth, NJ | Gardena, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1519) | 61.9 (#1883) |
| Population | 135,829 | 58,377 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,370 | $792,958 |
| Median Household Income | $59,939 | $75,443 |
| Average Commute | 26.7 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 80 | 75 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 19.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 154 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+24.2 | D+32.9 |
D
66.6 Score
Elizabeth, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$548,370
Population
135,829
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
80
Northeast
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D-
61.9 Score
Gardena, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$792,958
Population
58,377
Crime
High
Walk Score
75
Pacific
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