Passaic, NJ vs Salisbury, 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.
Passaic
65
#1661 nationally
Salisbury
66.6
#1526 nationally
Passaic leads in walk score (82 vs 27). Salisbury leads in cost of living index (94 vs 129). Passaic leads in crime level (19.7 vs 26.3).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Passaic, NJ | Salisbury, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 65 (#1661) | 66.6 (#1526) |
| Population | 68,903 | 36,319 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $560,282 | $284,346 |
| Median Household Income | $57,832 | $48,888 |
| Average Commute | 25.1 min | 21.8 min |
| Walk Score | 82 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 19.7 | 26.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 129 | 94 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+2.9 | R+35.9 |
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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D
66.6 Score
Salisbury, NC
Small North Carolina city with local appeal
Median Home
$284,346
Population
36,319
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
27
Southeast
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