Perth Amboy, NJ vs Stockton, 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
Stockton
62
#1882 nationally
Perth Amboy leads in crime level (10.7 vs 31.4). Perth Amboy leads in walk score (73 vs 44). Perth Amboy leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 32.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Perth Amboy, NJ | Stockton, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1490) | 62 (#1882) |
| Population | 55,249 | 319,543 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $504,481 | $429,229 |
| Median Household Income | $56,239 | $71,612 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 32.8 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 10.7 | 31.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 128 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.0 | R+0.9 |
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 Score
Stockton, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$429,229
Population
319,543
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
44
Pacific
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