Harrison, NJ vs Leland, NC
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.
Harrison
58.4
#1955 nationally
Leland
71.5
#976 nationally
Leland leads in crime level (2.6 vs 6.4). Leland leads in average commute (24 min vs 38.2 min). Leland leads in cost of living index (110 vs 135).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Harrison, NJ | Leland, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 58.4 (#1955) | 71.5 (#976) |
| Population | 20,520 | 30,542 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $586,684 | $388,757 |
| Median Household Income | $72,773 | $82,651 |
| Average Commute | 38.2 min | 24 min |
| Walk Score | N/A | N/A |
| Crime Level | 6.4 | 2.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 135 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.1 | R+24.9 |
F
58.4 Score
Harrison, NJ
Small New Jersey city with local appeal
Median Home
$586,684
Population
20,520
Crime
Moderate
Median Income
$72,773
Northeast
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C-
71.5 Score
Leland, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$388,757
Population
30,542
Crime
Low
Median Income
$82,651
Southeast
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