Paramus, NJ vs Romeoville, IL
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.
Paramus
67.9
#1371 nationally
Romeoville
74.2
#624 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 4.1). Romeoville leads in cost of living index (108 vs 173). Paramus leads in walk score (37 vs 25).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Paramus, NJ | Romeoville, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.9 (#1371) | 74.2 (#624) |
| Population | 26,282 | 40,955 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,086,056 | $324,032 |
| Median Household Income | $136,824 | $96,409 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 31.6 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 4.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+1.6 |
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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74.2 Score
Romeoville, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$324,032
Population
40,955
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
25
Midwest
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