Hazleton, PA vs South Gate, 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.
Hazleton
76.8
#312 nationally
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
Hazleton leads in crime level (6.4 vs 14.4). South Gate leads in median household income ($67,188 vs $39,362). Hazleton leads in cost of living index (89 vs 144).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hazleton, PA | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#312) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 30,037 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $224,239 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $39,362 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 22.9 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 64 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 6.4 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+19.2 | D+32.9 |
C
76.8 Score
Hazleton, PA
Small Pennsylvania city with local appeal
Median Home
$224,239
Population
30,037
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
64
Northeast
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D-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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