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Side-by-side: Philadelphia, PA vs Elizabeth, NJ
Figures are for incorporated city limits unless noted. Crime rates are citywide and can hide neighborhood variation — see methodology.
| Metric | Philadelphia, PA | Elizabeth, NJ | U.S. baseline | Context / gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,582,432 | 135,887 | N/A | City limits only (not metro / MSA) |
| Median household income | $60,698 | $63,874 | $78,538 | 23% below national average |
| Median home value | $232,400 | $393,500 | $303,400 | 23% below national average · relatively affordable / lower |
| Median rent | $1,323 | $1,463 | $1,348 | Near national average |
| Housing cost index | 87 | 119 | 100 | 100 = U.S. average (ACS home + rent) |
| Unemployment | 5.0% | 4.4% | 4.2% | County LAUS rate, not city-only |
| Avg commute | 33 min | 32 min | 25 min | 32% above national average |
| Violent crime rate | Unavailable | 719.2 / 100k | 602.7 / 100k | FBI data gap for at least one city |
| Property crime rate | Unavailable | 3027.5 / 100k | 3084.9 / 100k | FBI data gap for at least one city |
| Sunny days | 244 days | 242 days | 266 days | 8% below national average |
| Summer high | 86°F | 84°F | 87°F | NOAA normals · nearest station |
| Winter low | 28°F | 28°F | 34°F | NOAA normals · nearest station |
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