Compare: East boston, MA and Cerritos, CA

East boston MA

115.8

Cost of Living

above US average

40,508

Population

39.5

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$61,811

Median Income

below US average

$725,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.8%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Cerritos CA

120.3

Cost of Living

above US average

47,475

Population

37.09

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$124,460

Median Income

above US average

$1,060,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

5.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of East boston

Good public transport
Cultural events and festivals
Growing job market
Close to downtown Boston
Diverse community
Many parks and green spaces
Family-friendly activities
Active nightlife scene
Strong local restaurants
Great waterfront views

Cons of East boston

Traffic congestion issues
Limited youth activities
High cost of living
Racism issues reported
Gentrification concerns
Schools have mixed reviews
Limited parking availability
Some areas have higher crime
Occasional noise from flights
Political tensions present

Pros of Cerritos

Vibrant nightlife options
Proximity to Los Angeles
Active local parks
Low crime rates reported
Variety of kid activities
Family-friendly community
Rich cultural diversity
Strong job market conditions
Good schools in the area
Diverse population

Cons of Cerritos

School overcrowding reported
Limited shopping options
Traffic congestion issues
Limited public transit options
High cost of living
High competition for jobs
Limited nightlife for families
Occasional political tension
Housing market can be tight
Some areas experience racism