| | Allentown, PA | Venice, FL | United States |
| Overall | 97.9 | 105.3 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 101.0 | 106.8 | 100 |
| Health | 102.4 | 101.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 73.2 | 109.7 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $241,400 | $441,900 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,330.0% | 9,710.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 100.4 | 96.4 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 124.9 | 106.3 | 100 |
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Reviews for Allentown 
25 Reviews
Winter in Allentown is alright, mild temperatures, there isn't much snow but there are some nearby ski resorts with artificial snow. In the summer there are some fun More
do you like cold and snow? Allentown may not be the coldest place in the country but it gets very cold and the winter feels endless...arctic blast after another and More
This is a beautiful place, kept clean by weekly street sweeping. A multitude of parks exist including the exceptional Rose Garden and sports fields, and people use them More
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I've have lived in Venice for 16 years. It has a large retirement population. It is a great place to live because of low traffic, low crime rate, relaxed atmosphere, More
You gotta remember the reasons you move here. If not forced to, like having to take a job, you'll love it. But do your homework, the avg. age is 60+, so keep that in More
I love Venice! I made several visits before calling Venice home and I do not regret it one bit. The locals here are very kind. There is plenty to do (I am not of More
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