Midland, MI vs Passaic, 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.
Midland
80.2
#89 nationally
Passaic
65
#1661 nationally
Midland leads in crime level (3.3 vs 19.7). Passaic leads in walk score (82 vs 30). Midland leads in cost of living index (94 vs 129).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Midland, MI | Passaic, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 80.2 (#89) | 65 (#1661) |
| Population | 42,663 | 68,903 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $259,992 | $560,282 |
| Median Household Income | $71,809 | $57,832 |
| Average Commute | 21.1 min | 25.1 min |
| Walk Score | 30 | 82 |
| Crime Level | 3.3 | 19.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 129 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+15.2 | R+2.9 |
B-
80.2 Score
Midland, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$259,992
Population
42,663
Crime
Low
Walk Score
30
Midwest
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D
65 Score
Passaic, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$560,282
Population
68,903
Crime
High
Walk Score
82
Northeast
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