Bell, CA vs Elizabeth, 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
Elizabeth
66.6
#1519 nationally
Elizabeth leads in crime level (11.2 vs 16.0). Elizabeth leads in average commute (26.7 min vs 32.2 min). Elizabeth leads in cost of living index (126 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | Elizabeth, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 66.6 (#1519) |
| Population | 31,864 | 135,829 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $548,370 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $59,939 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 26.7 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 80 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | 11.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 126 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+24.2 |
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
66.6 Score
Elizabeth, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$548,370
Population
135,829
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
80
Northeast
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