Bethlehem, PA vs Seal Beach, 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.
Bethlehem
74.1
#632 nationally
Seal Beach
59.7
#1946 nationally
Bethlehem leads in crime level (5.6 vs 13.2). Bethlehem leads in cost of living index (99 vs 149). Bethlehem leads in walk score (59 vs 41).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Bethlehem, PA | Seal Beach, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.1 (#632) | 59.7 (#1946) |
| Population | 78,300 | 24,352 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $364,711 | $841,961 |
| Median Household Income | $62,072 | $75,507 |
| Average Commute | 22.6 min | 31 min |
| Walk Score | 59 | 41 |
| Crime Level | 5.6 | 13.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 99 | 149 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+2.7 | D+2.6 |
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74.1 Score
Bethlehem, PA
Pennsylvania community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$364,711
Population
78,300
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
59
Northeast
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59.7 Score
Seal Beach, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$841,961
Population
24,352
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Pacific
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