Bell, CA vs East Orange, NJ
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.
Bell
60.8
#1919 nationally
East Orange
65
#1658 nationally
East Orange leads in cost of living index (115 vs 142). East Orange leads in crime level (13.3 vs 16.0). Bell leads in walk score (77 vs 70).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | East Orange, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 65 (#1658) |
| Population | 31,864 | 69,556 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $481,308 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $58,659 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 33.7 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | 13.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 115 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+44.9 |
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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D
65 Score
East Orange, NJ
New Jersey community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$481,308
Population
69,556
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Northeast
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