Elizabeth, NJ vs Long Beach, 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
Long Beach
62.3
#1863 nationally
Elizabeth leads in walk score (80 vs 67). Long Beach leads in median household income ($69,471 vs $59,939). Elizabeth leads in cost of living index (126 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elizabeth, NJ | Long Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1519) | 62.3 (#1863) |
| Population | 135,829 | 466,742 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,370 | $860,012 |
| Median Household Income | $59,939 | $69,471 |
| Average Commute | 26.7 min | 28.4 min |
| Walk Score | 80 | 67 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 142 |
| 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-
62.3 Score
Long Beach, CA
Aquatic playground of Southern California
Median Home
$860,012
Population
466,742
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Pacific
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