Paramus, NJ vs San Clemente, CA
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
San Clemente
61.6
#1899 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 5.0). Paramus leads in cost of living index (173 vs 208). Paramus leads in walk score (37 vs 34).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Paramus, NJ | San Clemente, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.9 (#1371) | 61.6 (#1899) |
| Population | 26,282 | 62,313 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,086,056 | $1,751,799 |
| Median Household Income | $136,824 | $134,730 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 28.8 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 5.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 208 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+2.6 |
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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D-
61.6 Score
San Clemente, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,751,799
Population
62,313
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
34
Pacific
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