Elmwood Park, NJ vs Santa Fe Springs, 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.
Elmwood Park
62
#1879 nationally
Santa Fe Springs
55
#1960 nationally
Elmwood Park leads in crime level (6.1 vs 24.8). Elmwood Park leads in average commute (25.7 min vs 30.8 min). Elmwood Park leads in cost of living index (136 vs 151).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Elmwood Park, NJ | Santa Fe Springs, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62 (#1879) | 55 (#1960) |
| Population | 21,256 | 20,174 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $628,943 | $784,501 |
| Median Household Income | $84,578 | $81,500 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 30.8 min |
| Walk Score | 56 | N/A |
| Crime Level | 6.1 | 24.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 136 | 151 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+32.9 |
D-
62 Score
Elmwood Park, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$628,943
Population
21,256
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
56
Northeast
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F
55 Score
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$784,501
Population
20,174
Crime
High
Median Income
$81,500
Pacific
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