Side-by-side
Paterson vs Worcester
Scored for a 1-person household earning $6,700/mo gross. Green cells mark the best value in each row.
| Metric | Paterson, NJ51 | Worcester, MA52 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit score | 51 | 52 |
| Affordability | 80 | 73 |
| Housing | 20 | 30 |
| Jobs | 39 | 46 |
| Safety | 27 | 42 |
| Climate | 98 | 67 |
| Amenities | 29 | 47 |
| Est. monthly cost | $4,262 | $4,478 |
| Typical rent (household-sized) | $1,174 | $1,651 |
| Median home value | $335,400 | $339,500 |
| Median HH income | $53,766 | $67,544 |
| Unemployment | 6.9% | 4.4% |
| Population | 157.7K | 205.5K |
| Summer high / winter low | 86° / 24° | 79° / 17° |
| Sunny days / yr | 204 | 203 |