City vs city
Bethlehem, PA vs Reading, PA
| Bethlehem | Reading | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 77,069 | 94,836 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Median home value | $236,500 | $109,800 |
| Median rent | $1,311 | $1,018 |
| Household income | $66,443 | $45,599 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% | 12.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 21% | 8% |
| State crime /100k | 1,589 | 1,589 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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