Perth Amboy, NJ vs San Pablo, 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.
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
San Pablo
62.8
#1826 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 17.2). Perth Amboy leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 33.9 min). San Pablo leads in median household income ($72,552 vs $56,239).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Perth Amboy, NJ | San Pablo, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1490) | 62.8 (#1826) |
| Population | 55,249 | 31,249 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $504,481 | $561,356 |
| Median Household Income | $56,239 | $72,552 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 33.9 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 73 |
| Crime Level | 10.7 | 17.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 140 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.0 | D+38.0 |
D
66.9 Score
Perth Amboy, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$504,481
Population
55,249
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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D-
62.8 Score
San Pablo, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$561,356
Population
31,249
Crime
High
Walk Score
73
Pacific
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