Ferndale, MI vs Hackensack, NJ
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Ferndale
82.8
#19 nationally
Hackensack
70.1
#1135 nationally
Ferndale leads in cost of living index (99 vs 126). Ferndale leads in crime level (5.6 vs 6.8). Ferndale leads in average commute (26.1 min vs 29.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Ferndale, MI | Hackensack, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 82.8 (#19) | 70.1 (#1135) |
| Population | 19,083 | 45,736 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $254,401 | $473,422 |
| Median Household Income | $86,120 | $79,133 |
| Average Commute | 26.1 min | 29.1 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 6.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.6 | D+3.4 |
B-
82.8 Score
Ferndale, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$254,401
Population
19,083
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
67
Midwest
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C-
70.1 Score
Hackensack, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$473,422
Population
45,736
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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