Bell, CA vs National City, 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
National City
62.1
#1876 nationally
National City leads in average commute (25.6 min vs 32.2 min). Bell leads in crime level (16.0 vs 19.1). Bell leads in walk score (77 vs 69).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | National City, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 62.1 (#1876) |
| Population | 31,864 | 55,236 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $692,459 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $59,850 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 25.6 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 69 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | 19.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 143 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+16.8 |
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-
62.1 Score
National City, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$692,459
Population
55,236
Crime
High
Walk Score
69
Pacific
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