Easton, PA vs Wilkes-Barre, PA

Easton, PA vs Wilkes-Barre, PA: What the data shows

Easton, PA is in Easton, PA while Wilkes-Barre, PA is in Wilkes-Barre, PA — both in the same state. On home prices, Easton, PA is the more affordable option at $178,600 median — $44,500 less than Wilkes-Barre, PA's $223,100. WYLT rates Easton, PA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Wilkes-Barre, PA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Easton, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Wilkes-Barre, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Easton, PA has Low flood risk and Wilkes-Barre, PA has Low flood risk.

Wilkes-Barre, PA is the more walkable neighborhood. Easton, PA scores 2/100 (car-dependent) versus Wilkes-Barre, PA's 55/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Easton, PA has the higher school rating — Easton, PA rates 6.6/10 and Wilkes-Barre, PA rates 5.7/10.