Compare: Lafayette, CA and Fort mill, SC

Lafayette CA

135.2

Cost of Living

above US average

25,044

Population

14.45

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$219,250

Median Income

above US average

$2,180,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Fort mill SC

115.7

Cost of Living

above US average

30,940

Population

8.11

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$128,125

Median Income

above US average

$455,000

Median House Price

above US average

$1800

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.1%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Lafayette

Great family activities
Access to hiking trails
Low crime rate
Diverse dining options
Friendly community vibe
Proximity to San Francisco
Nice local parks
Strong school system
Good job market
Welcoming for families

Cons of Lafayette

Fewer public transport routes
Traffic congestion issues
Limited nightlife options
Cultural homogeneity
Lack of affordable housing
Nice weather but hot summers
Limited youth activities
High cost of living
Political views lean left
Less diversity in neighborhoods

Pros of Fort mill

Easy access to Charlotte's nightlife
Diverse local events and culture
Good schools with high ratings
Strong sense of community involvement
Great local parks for kids
Friendly community vibe
Growing job market opportunities
Pleasant weather year-round
Family-friendly activities abound
Low crime rates overall

Cons of Fort mill

Job market can be competitive
Limited nightlife options
Need for more restaurant variety
Public services can be lacking
Lack of major cultural events
Limited public transport
Some areas have racial tension
Occasional political divisiveness
Traffic can be congested
Higher cost of living recently