Side-by-side
Eugene vs Paterson
Scored for a 1-person household earning $6,700/mo gross. Green cells mark the best value in each row.
| Metric | Eugene, OR53 | Paterson, NJ51 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit score | 53 | 51 |
| Affordability | 78 | 80 |
| Housing | 17 | 20 |
| Jobs | 33 | 39 |
| Safety | 49 | 27 |
| Climate | 97 | 98 |
| Amenities | 27 | 29 |
| Est. monthly cost | $4,100 | $4,262 |
| Typical rent (household-sized) | $1,286 | $1,174 |
| Median home value | $435,400 | $335,400 |
| Median HH income | $63,836 | $53,766 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| Population | 177.5K | 157.7K |
| Summer high / winter low | 82° / 34° | 86° / 24° |
| Sunny days / yr | 190 | 204 |