Elizabeth, NJ vs Palmdale, 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
Palmdale
58
#1956 nationally
Elizabeth leads in walk score (80 vs 24). Elizabeth leads in average commute (26.7 min vs 41.3 min). Elizabeth leads in crime level (11.2 vs 15.1).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elizabeth, NJ | Palmdale, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.6 (#1519) | 58 (#1956) |
| Population | 135,829 | 161,404 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $548,370 | $503,499 |
| Median Household Income | $59,939 | $78,414 |
| Average Commute | 26.7 min | 41.3 min |
| Walk Score | 80 | 24 |
| Crime Level | 11.2 | 15.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 130 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+24.2 | D+32.9 |
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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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F
58 Score
Palmdale, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$503,499
Population
161,404
Crime
High
Walk Score
24
Pacific
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