Bell, CA vs San Bernardino, 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
San Bernardino
62.2
#1869 nationally
Bell leads in walk score (77 vs 45). Bell leads in crime level (16.0 vs 24.6). San Bernardino leads in cost of living index (124 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | San Bernardino, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 62.2 (#1869) |
| Population | 31,864 | 223,728 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $495,055 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $61,323 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 28.5 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 45 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | 24.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+2.1 |
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-
62.2 Score
San Bernardino, CA
Growing California city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$495,055
Population
223,728
Crime
High
Walk Score
45
Pacific
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