Compare: Denham springs, LA and Brownsville, TX

Denham springs LA

85.5

Cost of Living

below US average

10,215

Population

22.52

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$52,500

Median Income

below US average

$252,118

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

12%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Brownsville TX

95.5

Cost of Living

below US average

189,382

Population

22.62

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$46,735

Median Income

below US average

$249,995

Median House Price

above US average

$1100

Average Rent

below US average

23%

Poverty Rate

above US average

6.4%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Denham springs

Strong sense of community
Nearby parks and nature trails
Family-friendly atmosphere
Affordable housing options
Local shops and restaurants
Community events and festivals
Low cost of living
Growing job opportunities
Mild weather year-round
Good access to Baton Rouge

Cons of Denham springs

Hurricane risk in storm season
Limited nightlife options
Racial tensions can arise
Few kids activities available
Schools may have issues
Public transport is limited
Traffic congestion during rush hour
Divided political landscape
Economic disparities exist
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Brownsville

Close to the border for travel
Cultural diversity is rich
Growing job market opportunities
Good food scene and cuisine
Vibrant local festivals held
Access to parks and recreation
Family-friendly activities abound
Low cost of living
Mild weather year-round
Strong community involvement

Cons of Brownsville

Extreme heat in summer months
Limited cultural institutions
Limited nightlife options
Traffic congestion problems
Economic disparity present
Job market still developing
Racism concerns noted by some
Fewer educational resources
Public transportation issues
Higher crime rates reported