Perth Amboy, NJ vs Westminster, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Perth Amboy
66.9
#1490 nationally
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in median household income ($80,271 vs $56,239). Perth Amboy leads in cost of living index (122 vs 171). Perth Amboy leads in average commute (24.8 min vs 28 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Perth Amboy, NJ | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 66.9 (#1490) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 55,249 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $504,481 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $56,239 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 24.8 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 10.7 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 122 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+8.0 | D+2.6 |
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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-
61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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