Bell, CA vs Paterson, NJ
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
Paterson
63.6
#1757 nationally
Bell leads in crime level (16.0 vs 26.8). Paterson leads in average commute (23.4 min vs 32.2 min). Paterson leads in cost of living index (122 vs 142).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bell, CA | Paterson, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 60.8 (#1919) | 63.6 (#1757) |
| Population | 31,864 | 156,452 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $695,526 | $542,128 |
| Median Household Income | $56,685 | $52,092 |
| Average Commute | 32.2 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 77 | 76 |
| Crime Level | 16.0 | 26.8 |
| 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+2.9 |
D-
60.8 Score
Bell, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$695,526
Population
31,864
Crime
High
Walk Score
77
Pacific
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D
63.6 Score
Paterson, NJ
Mid-size New Jersey city with community character
Median Home
$542,128
Population
156,452
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
76
Northeast
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