Easton, PA vs Merced, 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.
Easton
72.6
#857 nationally
Merced
64.3
#1702 nationally
Easton leads in crime level (5.4 vs 21.5). Easton leads in walk score (67 vs 42). Easton leads in cost of living index (94 vs 121).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Easton, PA | Merced, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.6 (#857) | 64.3 (#1702) |
| Population | 29,538 | 93,692 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $386,797 | $397,570 |
| Median Household Income | $62,642 | $59,233 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 27 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 5.4 | 21.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 121 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+1.8 | R+4.4 |
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72.6 Score
Easton, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Median Home
$386,797
Population
29,538
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
67
Northeast
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64.3 Score
Merced, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$397,570
Population
93,692
Crime
High
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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