Lancaster, PA vs Wilkes-Barre, PA

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

Lancaster, PA is in Lancaster, PA while Wilkes-Barre, PA is in Wilkes-Barre, PA — both in the same state. On home prices, Wilkes-Barre, PA is the more affordable option at $223,100 median — $73,700 less than Lancaster, PA's $296,800. WYLT rates Lancaster, 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. Lancaster, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Wilkes-Barre, PA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Lancaster, PA has Low flood risk and Wilkes-Barre, PA has Low flood risk.

Wilkes-Barre, PA is the more walkable neighborhood. Lancaster, PA scores N/A/100 versus Wilkes-Barre, PA's 55/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Lancaster, PA has the higher school rating — Lancaster, PA rates 6.8/10 and Wilkes-Barre, PA rates 5.7/10.