City vs city
Lancaster, PA vs Reading, PA
| Lancaster | Reading | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 57,683 | 94,836 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.5% | 0.2% |
| Median home value | $203,700 | $109,800 |
| Median rent | $1,177 | $1,018 |
| Household income | $63,421 | $45,599 |
| Unemployment | 7.9% | 12.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 8% |
| State crime /100k | 1,589 | 1,589 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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