City vs city
Jersey City, NJ vs Paterson, NJ
| Jersey City | Paterson | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 289,691 | 157,660 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $534,500 | $335,400 |
| Median rent | $1,902 | $1,457 |
| Household income | $94,813 | $53,766 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% | 10.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 29% | 10% |
| State crime /100k | 1,467 | 1,467 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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