Paramus, NJ vs West Linn, OR
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
West Linn
70.1
#1139 nationally
Paramus leads in crime level (0.8 vs 1.6). West Linn leads in average commute (25 min vs 31 min). West Linn leads in cost of living index (151 vs 173).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Paramus, NJ | West Linn, OR |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.9 (#1371) | 70.1 (#1139) |
| Population | 26,282 | 26,629 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $1,086,056 | $779,602 |
| Median Household Income | $136,824 | $134,116 |
| Average Commute | 31 min | 25 min |
| Walk Score | 37 | 34 |
| Crime Level | 0.8 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 173 | 151 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+3.4 | D+9.7 |
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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C-
70.1 Score
West Linn, OR
Small Oregon city with local appeal
Median Home
$779,602
Population
26,629
Crime
Low
Walk Score
34
Pacific
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