Bell, CA vs Los Angeles, 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.
Bell
60.8
#1919 nationally
Los Angeles
60.9
#1917 nationally
Los Angeles leads in median household income ($74,891 vs $56,685). Bell leads in cost of living index (142 vs 173). Bell leads in walk score (77 vs 68).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | Los Angeles, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 60.9 (#1917) |
| Population | 31,864 | 3,822,238 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $946,268 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $74,891 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 31.4 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 68 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.4 |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 173 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D-
60.8 Score
Bell, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$695,526
Population
31,864
Crime
High
Walk Score
77
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D-
60.9 Score
Los Angeles, CA
Entertainment capital of the world
Median Home
$946,268
Population
3,822,238
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Pacific
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