Elizabeth, NJ vs Madera, 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
Madera
65.3
#1641 nationally
Elizabeth leads in walk score (80 vs 42). Elizabeth leads in average commute (26.7 min vs 28.3 min). Madera leads in cost of living index (119 vs 126).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elizabeth, NJ | Madera, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1519) | 65.3 (#1641) |
| Population | 135,829 | 68,079 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,370 | $426,523 |
| Median Household Income | $59,939 | $61,626 |
| Average Commute | 26.7 min | 28.3 min |
| Walk Score | 80 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 10.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 119 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+24.2 | R+20.8 |
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
65.3 Score
Madera, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$426,523
Population
68,079
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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