Bell, CA vs San Jacinto, 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 Jacinto
61.6
#1901 nationally
Bell leads in walk score (77 vs 27). San Jacinto leads in crime level (7.0 vs 16.0). Bell leads in average commute (32.2 min vs 42.5 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | San Jacinto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 61.6 (#1901) |
| Population | 31,864 | 55,440 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $486,127 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $73,682 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 42.5 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 27 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | 7.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 142 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+1.3 |
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-
61.6 Score
San Jacinto, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$486,127
Population
55,440
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
27
Pacific
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