Compare: Jasper, TX and Chesapeake, VA

Jasper TX

92.3

Cost of Living

below US average

7,423

Population

43.11

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$38,796

Median Income

below US average

$141,497

Median House Price

above US average

$1200

Average Rent

below US average

17%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Chesapeake VA

95.0

Cost of Living

below US average

252,488

Population

24.4

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$92,703

Median Income

above US average

$370,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

3.0%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Jasper

Access to outdoor activities
Good school options
Rich historical sites
Growing local businesses
Friendly community atmosphere
Family-oriented events
Quiet, suburban lifestyle
Local arts and crafts scene
Safe neighborhoods
Low cost of living

Cons of Jasper

High property crime rate
Education funding issues
Fewer cultural diversity
Limited nightlife options
Job market growth is slow
Limited healthcare facilities
Long drive to major cities
Rural isolation feeling
Poor public transportation
Resistance to change

Pros of Chesapeake

Strong community feel
Growing job market
Nearby beaches and water
Diverse dining options
Outdoor parks and recreation
Access to military jobs
Family-friendly activities
Low cost of living
Good local schools
Friendly neighbors

Cons of Chesapeake

Limited nightlife options
Hot summers with humidity
Political divisions apparent
Some schools underperforming
Suburban culture can be dull
Lack of public transportation
Limited cultural events
Racist incidents reported
Traffic issues during rush hours
Higher crime rates in areas