Allentown, PA vs Bell, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Allentown
73.3
#749 nationally
Bell
60.8
#1919 nationally
Allentown leads in crime level (7.5 vs 16.0). Allentown leads in cost of living index (96 vs 142). Allentown leads in average commute (23.6 min vs 32.2 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Allentown, PA | Bell, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.3 (#749) | 60.8 (#1919) |
| Population | 124,880 | 31,864 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,980 | $695,526 |
| Median Household Income | $52,449 | $56,685 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 32.2 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 77 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | 16.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 142 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.7 | D+32.9 |
C
73.3 Score
Allentown, PA
Mid-size Pennsylvania city with community character
Median Home
$319,980
Population
124,880
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
67
Northeast
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D-
60.8 Score
Bell, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$695,526
Population
31,864
Crime
High
Walk Score
77
Pacific
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