Easton, PA vs Ithaca, NY
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
Ithaca leads in average commute (18.4 min vs 28.7 min). Easton leads in median household income ($62,642 vs $45,468). Easton leads in cost of living index (94 vs 117).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Easton, PA | Ithaca, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 29,538 | 32,724 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $386,797 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $62,642 | $45,468 |
| Average Commute | 28.7 min | 18.4 min |
| Walk Score | 67 | 72 |
| Crime Level | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 94 | 117 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+1.8 | D+50.6 |
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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
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Ithaca, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
32,724
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
72
Median Income
$45,468
Northeast
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