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Irving, TX vs South Scranton Scranton, PA
Irving, TX vs South Scranton Scranton, PA: What the data shows
Irving, TX is in Irving, TX and South Scranton Scranton, PA is in South Scranton Scranton, PA. On home prices, South Scranton Scranton, PA is the more affordable option at $225,000 median — $9,600 less than Irving, TX's $234,600. WYLT rates Irving, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and South Scranton Scranton, PA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Irving, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. South Scranton Scranton, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Irving, TX has Low flood risk and South Scranton Scranton, PA has Low flood risk.
Irving, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Irving, TX scores 22/100 (car-dependent) versus South Scranton Scranton, PA's 19/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Irving, TX has the higher school rating — Irving, TX rates 6.8/10 and South Scranton Scranton, PA rates 3/10.
| Category | Irving, TX | South Scranton Scranton, PA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $235K | $225K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $69K ✓ Higher income | $58K |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 22/100 ✓ More walkable | 19/100 |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 2/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 2/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute | 148 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.8/10 ✓ Better schools | 3/10 |
| Best for | Budget‑conscious buyersCommuters to DallasYoung professionals without heavy reliance on public transit | affordablefamily-orientedremote work |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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