Allentown, PA vs St. Louis, MO
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
St. Louis
77
#293 nationally
St. Louis leads in cost of living index (86 vs 96). Allentown leads in walk score (67 vs 62). Allentown leads in average commute (23.6 min vs 24.8 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Allentown, PA | St. Louis, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.3 (#749) | 77 (#293) |
| Population | 124,880 | 293,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $319,980 | $188,569 |
| Median Household Income | $52,449 | $51,591 |
| Average Commute | 23.6 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 7.5 | High |
| School Rating | N/A | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 96 | 86 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.7 | D+64.7 |
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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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C+
77 Score
St. Louis, MO
Gateway to the West with urban charm
Median Home
$188,569
Population
293,310
Crime
High
Schools
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Midwest
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