Erie, PA vs Wilkes-Barre, PA

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

Erie, PA is in Erie, PA while Wilkes-Barre, PA is in Wilkes-Barre, PA — both in the same state. WYLT rates Erie, 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. Erie, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Wilkes-Barre, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Erie, PA has Low flood risk and Wilkes-Barre, PA has Low flood risk.

Erie, PA is the more walkable neighborhood. Erie, PA scores 83/100 (very walkable) versus Wilkes-Barre, PA's 55/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Erie, PA has the higher school rating — Erie, PA rates 6.3/10 and Wilkes-Barre, PA rates 5.7/10.