Bellingham, WA vs Kent, WA

Bellingham, WA vs Kent, WA: What the data shows

Bellingham, WA is in Bellingham, WA while Kent, WA is in Kent, WA — both in the same state. On home prices, Kent, WA is the more affordable option at $494,400 median — $36,800 less than Bellingham, WA's $531,200. WYLT rates Bellingham, WA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Kent, WA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Bellingham, WA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Kent, WA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Bellingham, WA has High flood risk and Kent, WA has Low flood risk.

Bellingham, WA is the more walkable neighborhood. Bellingham, WA scores 65/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Kent, WA's 62/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Bellingham, WA has the higher school rating — Bellingham, WA rates 7.2/10 and Kent, WA rates 6.7/10.