Gahanna, OH vs Paramus, NJ
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.
Gahanna
73.9
#657 nationally
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 6.3). Gahanna leads in cost of living index (105 vs 173). Gahanna leads in average commute (20.1 min vs 31 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gahanna, OH | Paramus, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#657) | 67.9 (#1371) |
| Population | 35,159 | 26,282 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $382,754 | $1,086,056 |
| Median Household Income | $104,555 | $136,824 |
| Average Commute | 20.1 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 6.3 | 0.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.4 | D+3.4 |
C
73.9 Score
Gahanna, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$382,754
Population
35,159
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
26
Midwest
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D+
67.9 Score
Paramus, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$1,086,056
Population
26,282
Crime
Very Low
Walk Score
37
Northeast
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